PSG Players Expected to Miss 2025 Ballon d'Or Ceremony Due to Rescheduled Marseille Match

The 2025 Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris will see the absence of most Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) players due to a rescheduled Ligue 1 match against Marseille, known as Le Classique. This match, originally set for Sunday but postponed due to severe storms in southern France, has been moved to Monday evening, directly clashing with the ceremony. PSG, having the most nominations including favorite Ousmane Dembélé, are expected to prioritize the derby, with many players unavailable to attend. Injured players Dembélé and Désiré Doué are exceptions and may attend the event. The postponement and scheduling conflict have created a unique situation where PSG, despite dominating nominations and holding the UEFA Champions League title, will largely miss football's most prestigious individual awards ceremony. Discussions between the clubs and league are ongoing, with some reports suggesting the match could be further delayed.