TOP 10 BALLON D'OR CONTENDERS
🏅 Top 10 Ballon d'Or Contenders – 2025 Edition
The 2025 Ballon d'Or race is one of the most competitive in recent memory, with standout performances from rising stars and seasoned veterans alike. The award ceremony is set for September 22, 2025, in Paris, and here's who’s leading the charge:
1. Ousmane Dembélé 🇫🇷 – Paris Saint-Germain
Stats: 35 goals, 16 assists
Achievements: Champions League, Ligue 1, French Cup, UEFA Super Cup
Why He Leads: Dembélé was the driving force behind PSG’s historic quadruple-winning season.
His clutch performances in knockout games and consistent brilliance make him the frontrunner.
2. Lamine Yamal 🇪🇸 – FC Barcelona
Stats: 18 goals, 25 assists
Achievements: La Liga, Copa del Rey, Champions League semi-finalist
Why He’s Close: At just 18, Yamal has shown maturity and flair, becoming Barcelona’s creative engine
. His breakout season has made him a fan favorite and a serious contender.
3. Vitinha 🇵🇹 – Paris Saint-Germain
Role: Midfield maestro
Why He’s Ranked High: Though not flashy on the stat sheet, Vitinha’s control and distribution were vital to PSG’s dominance.
4. Raphinha 🇧🇷 – FC Barcelona
Stats: 34 goals, 25 assists
Why He’s in the Mix: Raphinha’s attacking output was instrumental in Barcelona’s domestic success
5. Mohamed Salah 🇪🇬 – Liverpool
Stats: 34 goals, 23 assists
Achievements: Premier League title
Why He’s Relevant: Salah continues to be Liverpool’s talisman, leading them to another league triumph
6. Desire Doué 🇫🇷 – Paris Saint-Germain
Stats: 2 goals, 1 assist in Champions League final
Why He’s Rising: At just 20, Doué’s performance in the Champions League final was jaw-dropping
7. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia 🇬🇪 – Paris Saint-Germain
Why He’s Noted: A creative force on the wing, contributing to PSG’s treble-winning campaign
8. Kylian Mbappé 🇫🇷 – Real Madrid
Stats: 43 goals, 5 assists
Why He’s Slipping: Despite stellar stats, Real Madrid’s lack of silverware hurts his chances
9. Achraf Hakimi 🇲🇦 – Paris Saint-Germain
Role: Right wing-back
Why He’s Valued: His defensive solidity and attacking contributions were key to PSG’s success
10. Cole Palmer 🏴 – Chelsea
Highlight: Player of the Match in Club World Cup final
Why He’s Mentioned: Palmer’s rise at Chelsea and standout performances in big matches earn him a spot
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