The football world will be enthralled by the glitzy and much awaited Ballon d’Or ceremony on Monday, September 22, 2025, at the legendary Théâtre du Châtelet, which is tucked away in the energetic center of Paris.  This announcement is music to the ears of football lovers everywhere, as the tournament continues to emphasize the remarkable individual talents that bless the sport.

With a wealth of new trophies to recognize individuals who have made football history in a variety of categories, this year’s event offers an intriguing twist.  Alongside the iconic Ballon d’Or accolades, these new awards attempt to spread the emphasis and celebrate the different achievements within the game.

The Ballon d’Or Féminin, which honors the best female players in the world, is one of the most notable additions, highlighting the explosive growth of women’s football.  In the meantime, the Trophée Kopa will showcase the outstanding young male talents who will be the sport’s future stars.  The Trophée Gerd Müller, which will be awarded to the best goal scorer in all competitions, whether on club or national duty, and the Trophée Yachine, which honors the best goalie, are joining the celebration.

With a stellar squad, the competition for the 2025 Ballon d’Or is getting fiercer.  After a spectacular season, Ousmane Dembélé is leading the charge, but a galaxy of players, including Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Mohamed Salah, Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane, Vinícius Júnior, Jude Bellingham, Robert Lewandowski, and Viktor Gvardiol, are chasing him.  During the 2024–2025 season, each of these maestros made a lasting impression on the world stage.

Fans of Moroccan football have a lot to cheer for as well.  Potential possibilities include Brahim Diaz, the genuine Madrid maestro with Moroccan ancestry, Yassine Bounou, a sensational goalkeeper, and Achraf Hakimi, a mainstay at PSG.  These icons represent Moroccan football’s unrelenting ascent on the international scene, even though the official shortlist will be unveiled in August.