Paris Saint-Germain forward, Ousmane Dembélé, has been named the winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or, capping off a remarkable season in which he played a pivotal role in PSG’s historic treble triumph.
The French international outshone Barcelona’s teenage sensation, Lamine Yamal, to claim football’s most prestigious individual prize. Dembélé’s breathtaking form during the 2024–25 campaign saw him record 35 goals and 16 assists across 53 appearances, guiding PSG to victory in Ligue 1, the Coupe de France, and the UEFA Champions League.
His performances not only reignited his career but also placed him firmly among the elite of world football. The win marks the first Ballon d’Or of Dembélé’s career, earning him recognition for both consistency and brilliance on the biggest stage.
