Ousmane Dembélé Wins 2025 Ballon d'Or as First PSG Player Recipient

Ousmane Dembélé has won the 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or, becoming the sixth Frenchman to receive this prestigious football award, recognized for his stellar season with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) where he helped secure the club's maiden Champions League title and a European Treble. The award ceremony held in Paris featured top football stars and was marked by Dembélé's appreciation of his teammates, club officials, and former teams, highlighting the collective effort behind his success. Adidas celebrated Dembélé's achievement with a clever campaign dubbed "Ous'man of the year," marking him as the first PSG player to win the Ballon d’Or. At the ceremony, Dembélé wore a custom-made Zegna tuxedo, emphasizing his message of hard work, respect, and passion. His main competition for the award was Barcelona and Spain's young star Lamine Yamal. Overall, Dembélé's win reflects his outstanding contributions to his club and national team during the 2024/25 season.