PSG’s Ousmane Dembélé and Aitana Bonmatí Crowned Ballon d’Or Winners

PARIS, September 23, 2025 — Paris lit up last night as football celebrated its brightest stars at the Ballon d’Or ceremony, where PSG’s Ousmane Dembélé secured the men’s award after leading his club to a historic treble. His dazzling performances across Ligue 1, the Champions League, and domestic cup competitions were recognized as he edged past Barcelona’s rising teenage sensation Lamine Yamal. For Dembélé, it was not just personal glory but a defining moment for PSG, whose dominance across European football now shines through individual honors.

On the women’s side, Barcelona’s Aitana Bonmatí wrote history by winning her third consecutive Ballon d’Or Féminin, solidifying her place as one of the greatest players of her generation. She overcame strong competition from teammate Mariona Caldentey, while other awards went to Lopez and Yamal as best young players, Wiegman and Enrique as top coaches, and Hampton and Donnarumma as best goalkeepers. PSG and Arsenal rounded out the night as best clubs. The evening captured football’s growing global reach, with veterans and newcomers alike sharing the spotlight in Paris.