Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé has etched his name into football history, clinching the prestigious 2025 Ballon d’Or after an electrifying season that saw him transform from a talented winger into the driving force behind PSG’s most successful campaign ever.
The Frenchman edged out Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, who finished second, and PSG teammate Vitinha, who came third. According to France Football, Dembélé’s victory was won “quite comfortably,” underlining the impact of his remarkable form.
Dembélé’s 2024/25 season was nothing short of spectacular. He scored over 35 goals and delivered more than 15 assists across competitions, spearheading PSG’s historic treble lifting Ligue 1, the Coupe de France, and the UEFA Champions League for the first time in the club’s history. His decisive performances in big games, especially during the Champions League knockout rounds, made him PSG’s go-to man under coach Luis Enrique.
A tearful Dembélé dedicated the award to his family, teammates, and the PSG faithful. In his words:
“This Ballon d’Or belongs to my family, my teammates, and especially the PSG fans. Together we made history, and I will never forget this moment.”
He also praised coach Luis Enrique for trusting him with a more central role, crediting the Spaniard’s leadership for unlocking his best season yet.
His journey also carries a personal message of resilience, once plagued by injuries and inconsistency, Dembélé has now reached the pinnacle of world football, cementing himself as a global superstar.
With this win, he joins the elite ranks of French greats to have lifted the Ballon d’Or, while also sending a strong signal that PSG’s era of dominance on the European stage has truly begun.
