The 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony will be held on September 22 in Paris, introducing equal awards for male and female footballers for the first time in the event’s history.
- Six awards each will be presented to male and female players, a first in Ballon d’Or history.
- New women’s categories include Best Goalkeeper, Best Young Player, and Top Scorer in club or national competitions.
- UEFA and France Football jointly confirmed the change, with nominees to be announced in early August.
The inclusion of equal awards is a major milestone for women in football, long underrepresented in global recognition. It sends a strong message of parity and visibility, especially to young female athletes aspiring for global acclaim.
With gender equity now embedded in football’s top honour, will the nominees list reflect true diversity and performance across leagues?
