The Best FIFA Football Awards were held in Doha on Tuesday, with Ousmane Dembélé and Aitana Bonmatí emerging as the top winners. Dembélé was named The Best FIFA Men’s Player after a remarkable season with Paris Saint‑Germain that culminated in a Champions League triumph. Bonmatí claimed the Best FIFA Women’s Player award for the third consecutive year, following a dominant campaign with Barcelona and the Spanish national team.
The coaching awards also went to well‑known figures in the sport. Luis Enrique received the Best Men’s Coach award, recognizing PSG’s historic season, while Sarina Wiegman was honored as Best Women’s Coach for her sustained success with England at the international level. In the goalkeeper categories, Gianluigi Donnarumma took home the Best Men’s Goalkeeper award, and England’s Hannah Hampton earned the women’s equivalent.
In other categories, Santiago Montiel won the Puskás Award for his impressive overhead kick in the Independiente vs. Independiente Rivadavia match in the Argentine Primera División on 11 May 2025. Lizbeth Ovalle received the FIFA Marta Award for her back‑heel flick in the Tigres vs. Guadalajara match in the Liga MX Femenil on 3 March 2025. These awards recognize outstanding individual achievements in football, with winners selected by a jury of experts based on their performances over the past year.
The Best FIFA Football Awards are an annual event that celebrates excellence in football and are considered among the most prestigious in the sport. This year’s ceremony in Doha, Qatar, was attended by many of the biggest names in football. The winners are likely to be seen as favorites for other major awards, and their performances will be closely watched in the coming year. With the football season well underway, fans around the world will eagerly anticipate the next developments in the sport, and the award winners will be at the forefront of the action. The awards serve as a reminder of the high level of competition and excellence in football, inspiring fans and aspiring players worldwide.
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