Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé captured the 2025 Ballon d'Or at Monday evening's ceremony in the French capital. The Theatre du Chatelet provided the elegant backdrop for football's most prestigious individual award presentation. Brazilian legend Ronaldinho handed the golden trophy to the 28-year-old French winger during the star-studded event. Dembélé's remarkable season helped PSG achieve an unprecedented five-trophy haul that transformed the club's history. The Parisian side claimed their maiden UEFA Champions League title alongside domestic victories in Ligue 1, the French Cup, and both the French Super Cup and UEFA Super Cup.
Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal emerged as Dembélé's closest competitor for the coveted prize. The comprehensive voting process evaluated thirty elite players from across global football competitions. Dembélé's exceptional performances throughout the campaign ultimately secured his place among the sport's greatest individual achievers. His triumph represents both personal vindication and recognition of PSG's collective excellence during their breakthrough European season.
Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal emerged as Dembélé's closest competitor for the coveted prize. The comprehensive voting process evaluated thirty elite players from across global football competitions. Dembélé's exceptional performances throughout the campaign ultimately secured his place among the sport's greatest individual achievers. His triumph represents both personal vindication and recognition of PSG's collective excellence during their breakthrough European season.
