The 69th Ballon d’Or ceremony took place on September 22, 2025, at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, gathering the world’s top football stars for a night celebrating their achievements during the 2024-25 season. The event was marked by a blend of glamour, emotion, and historic wins.
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Ousmane Dembélé Wins the Men’s Ballon d’Or
The Paris Saint-Germain forward clinched the prestigious award after a stellar season where he helped PSG win multiple trophies, scoring 37 goals and providing 15 assists. His win was celebrated as a crowning achievement of his career. -
Aitana Bonmati Wins the Women’s Ballon d’Or for the Third Consecutive Year
The Barcelona midfielder continued her dominance in women’s football, securing her historic third straight Ballon d’Or, a testament to her consistent excellence. -
Lamine Yamal Retains the Kopa Trophy
The young Barcelona star became the first player to win the Kopa Trophy, awarded to the best U21 male player, two years in a row, further raising his profile among football’s rising stars. -
Viktor Gyökeres Wins the Gerd Müller Trophy
The Arsenal striker was recognized as Europe’s top goal scorer, thanks to a prolific season at Sporting Lisbon, scoring 54 goals across all competitions. -
Other Winners
Gianluigi Donnarumma took home the Yashin Trophy for best goalkeeper, while Luis Enrique and Sarina Wiegman were honored as the best men’s and women’s coaches respectively. -
New Categories for Women’s Football
The 2025 ceremony introduced the Women’s Yashin, Gerd Müller, and Kopa Trophies, reflecting the growing recognition and growth of women’s football globally. -
Emotional Speeches and Tributes
Winners delivered heartfelt speeches, many acknowledging family, teammates, and fans. The ceremony also honored football legends with special tributes. -
Star-Studded Audience and Hosts
The event drew football legends, celebrities, and industry icons, all gathering to celebrate the beautiful game in one of Paris’s most iconic venues. -
Historic Firsts and Records
Various records were broken, including Yamal’s consecutive wins of the Kopa Trophy and Bonmati’s third straight women’s Ballon d’Or. -
Global Football Celebration
The ceremony was broadcast worldwide, uniting fans in a shared celebration of football’s top talents and moments from the season.
The 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony affirmed its status as football’s most prestigious awards night, highlighting triumphs, trends, and the rising stars destined to shape the future of the sport.
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