The 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony took place on Monday at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, where the best players and coaches in the football world were recognized for their outstanding performances. Ousmane Dembélé, a forward for Paris Saint-Germain, was awarded the Men’s Ballon d’Or, outpacing notable competitors such as Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé.

The ceremony honored several other exceptional players and coaches, including the winners of the Kopa Trophy, which recognizes the best players under the age of 21. Lamine Yamal received the Kopa Trophy for men, while Vicky López took home the award for women. The Gerd Müller Award for Best Striker of the Year was jointly awarded to Ewa Pajor and Viktor Gyökeres.

In the goalkeeper category, the Yachine Trophy was awarded to Gianluigi Donnarumma for men and Hannah Hampton for women. Aitana Bonmatí of Barcelona was recognized as the Women’s Ballon d’Or winner, demonstrating her exceptional skill and dedication to the sport. The coaching awards went to Sarina Wiegman as Women’s Coach of the Year and Luis Enrique as Men’s Coach of the Year.

The Men’s Club of the Year award was given to Paris Saint-Germain, while Arsenal took home the Women’s Club of the Year award. These recognitions highlight the clubs’ impressive performances and contributions to the world of football. The 2025 Ballon d’Or awards ceremony showcased the talent and excellence of players and coaches from around the globe, providing a glimpse into the current state of the sport. With the ceremony now concluded, fans and players alike can look forward to the upcoming season, anticipating the new achievements and disappointments that it will bring.