ballon d'or 2025

Since its inception in 1956, the Ballon d’Or has chronicled football’s evolving greatness, from Stanley Matthews’ pioneering win to the modern dominance of Lionel Messi. Awarded by France Football, the prize has expanded from a European-focused honour to a global accolade, with a women’s...

The Digest: The football world turns its eyes to Paris as the Ballon d’Or ceremony prepares to honour the standout players of the 2024–25 season. According to BBC analysis, stars like Ousmane Dembélé, Harry Kane, and Kylian Mbappé lead the men’s race, while Aitana Bonmati and Alessia Russo...

The Digest: The 2025 Ballon d'Or nominees have been revealed, showcasing some of the brightest stars in world football, including Ousmane Dembele, Lamine Yamal, and Vitinha. As they prepare for the prestigious ceremony in Paris, their remarkable seasons set the stage for a thrilling race to...

The Digest: France Football's 2020 Ballon d'Or Dream Team includes football legends like Messi, Ronaldo, and Ronaldo Nazario. However, five renowned stars never won the award despite their remarkable careers. Here’s what you need to know about the squad and the ones left out. Key Points...

The race for football's most prestigious individual honor takes shape as PSG's treble-winning stars dominate the 2025 Ballon d'Or conversation. With no Nigerian players in contention, African hopes now rest solely on Mohamed Salah's shoulders. PSG's Ousmane Dembele leads rankings after...

Franck Ribery has reignited his long-standing frustration over missing the 2013 Ballon d'Or, questioning Cristiano Ronaldo's recent remarks on Champions League winners being most deserving of the award Ronaldo said players who win the Champions League should win the Ballon d’Or. Ribery, who won...

Luis Enrique believes Ousmane Dembele deserves the 2025 Ballon d’Or after leading PSG to their first-ever Champions League title. The winger's 33 goals, 15 assists, and tireless pressing make a strong case. Dembele helped PSG thrash Inter Milan 5–0 in the UCL final Ended season with 33 goals...

With Rodri sidelined, Ousmane Dembélé is now the front-runner for the 2025 Ballon d’Or. As the European season nears its end, Champions League exits and standout performances continue to shift the power rankings. Rodri out: The 2024 winner is out for the season with injury. Dembélé in control...

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...