2025 Ballon D’or Ceremony Winners

The 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony once again celebrated the best players, coaches, clubs and contributors in world soccer. The event brought together the brightest stars of the game and honored their achievements over the past season. Each award carried its own significance, whether it was recognizing individual brilliance, young talent, outstanding clubs, or humanitarian work off the field. Below is a detailed look at all the winners from this year’s event.

MEN’S BALLON D’OR
The men’s Ballon d’Or, the most prestigious individual prize in soccer, was awarded to Ousmane Dembélé of Paris Saint Germain and France. This award is given to the best male player in the world, based on performances, impact, and success over the year. Dembélé had an extraordinary season where his skill, consistency, and influence on the pitch stood out both in domestic competitions and on the international stage. His win represents a huge personal triumph as he reached the highest individual honor in the sport.

WOMEN’S BALLON D’OR
The women’s Ballon d’Or was won by Aitana Bonmatí of Barcelona and Spain. This trophy is given to the best female player in the world. Bonmatí has been a dominant figure in women’s soccer for several years and her leadership, creativity, and technical brilliance continue to set her apart. Winning again further cements her status as one of the greatest female players of her generation, showing remarkable consistency and excellence.

MEN’S KOPA TROPHY
The Kopa Trophy is awarded to the best under 21 male player in the world. This year it went to Lamine Yamal of Barcelona and Spain. The trophy is special because it highlights the next generation of soccer stars. Yamal’s rise has been rapid, and his incredible maturity for his age has made him one of the most exciting young players to watch. His win signals the beginning of what could be a legendary career.

WOMEN’S KOPA TROPHY
The women’s Kopa Trophy was given to Vicky López of Barcelona and Spain. Just like in the men’s category, this award honors the best young female talent under 21. Vicky López has been outstanding in her performances, showing skill, vision, and leadership beyond her years. Her award proves that Barcelona continues to produce exceptional young players who dominate at the highest level.

MEN’S YASHIN TROPHY
The Yashin Trophy celebrates the best male goalkeeper in the world. Gianluigi Donnarumma was the winner this year. Named after the legendary goalkeeper Lev Yashin, the trophy recognizes shot stopping ability, command of the box, and consistency. Donnarumma proved his worth again with incredible saves and leadership in goal with his former team PSG winning the Quadruple making him a deserving winner of this year’s honor.

WOMEN’S YASHIN TROPHY
The women’s Yashin Trophy was awarded to Hannah Hampton. This prize celebrates the best female goalkeeper of the year. Hampton’s performances have been outstanding, and her reflexes, positioning, and consistency have helped her club and national team achieve success. Winning this trophy puts her among the elite keepers in women’s soccer.

GERD MÜLLER TROPHY FOR MEN
This award goes to the best male goal scorer of the year and is named after the legendary German striker Gerd Müller. Viktor Gyökeres claimed the honor in 2025 after an incredible goal scoring season with Sporting CP netting 54 times in 52 games. His finishing ability and composure in front of goal made him the most dangerous striker across competitions. This trophy highlights the importance of consistent goal scorers in the modern game.

GERD MÜLLER TROPHY FOR WOMEN
The women’s version of the Gerd Müller Trophy was awarded to Ewa Pajor. She was the top scoring female player this season, proving her lethal ability to find the back of the net. Pajor’s win shows her determination and clinical instincts, which make her one of the best forwards in the women’s game today.

MEN’S CLUB OF THE YEAR
Paris Saint Germain was recognized as the men’s club of the year. This award is given to the club that had the best overall performances, collective achievements, and influence in soccer. PSG’s dominance in domestic competitions and strong performances in Europe contributed to this recognition. Their consistent success and star power keep them at the top of world soccer.

WOMEN’S CLUB OF THE YEAR
Arsenal was crowned the women’s club of the year. The award acknowledges their success, growth, and achievements in women’s soccer. Arsenal impressed with their strength in competitions and the quality of their team, making them one of the top forces in the women’s game worldwide.

MEN’S COACH OF THE YEAR
Luis Enrique received the Johan Cruyff Trophy as men’s coach of the year. This award celebrates the best manager in world soccer, highlighting tactical brilliance, leadership, and success. Enrique guided PSG with intelligence and inspiration, securing important victories and trophies along the way. His recognition reflects the impact he has had on shaping one of the best teams of the season.

WOMEN’S COACH OF THE YEAR
Sarina Wiegman once again proved her greatness by winning the women’s coach of the year award. She has become one of the most respected figures in the sport, known for her tactical knowledge, calm leadership, and ability to bring the best out of her players. Her success in guiding her teams to top levels of competition made her a worthy winner.

SÓCRATES AWARD
The Sócrates Award honors social and humanitarian work carried out by players, foundations, or organizations in the soccer community. This year, the award went to the Xana Foundation. This recognition highlights the importance of using soccer’s global influence to bring positive change to society. The foundation’s efforts in promoting social good and helping communities made them a fitting recipient of the award.

The 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony reflected not only individual brilliance but also the collective effort of clubs, coaches, and organizations that continue to push the sport forward. From experienced champions like Aitana Bonmatí and Ousmane Dembélé to rising stars such as Lamine Yamal and Vicky López, this year’s winners showcased both excellence and promise for the future of soccer.