2025 Ballon d'Or Ceremony Scheduled September 22 Paris

The 69th edition of the Ballon d'Or ceremony is scheduled for September 22, 2025, at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, marking a shift to an earlier date than usual. This prestigious event will honor both men's and women's football, expanding the awards to include equivalent trophies across genders, such as the Ballon d'Or, Kopa Trophy, Yashin Trophy, Gerd Müller Trophy, Johan Cruyff Trophy, and Club of the Year, along with the Sócrates Award recognizing social impact. The voting panel will consist of 100 journalists for men's awards and 50 for women's, representing the top FIFA-ranked nations, with evaluation criteria focusing on individual performance, team success, and fair play, while removing career-long achievements from consideration. Leading contenders include Paris Saint-Germain's Ousmane Dembélé, Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and Raphinha, and Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, with last year's winner being Manchester City's Rodri. Nominees will be announced in early August, and the ceremony is co-organized by UEFA and Groupe Amaury, emphasizing the event's stature in global football. This year's ceremony promises to celebrate football excellence with new inclusivity and heightened anticipation.