Ballon d'Or 2025 ceremony
Ballon d'Or 2025 Ceremony
Tuesday, 23 September, 12:30 AM IST
Théâtre du Châtelet, Paris
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The 69th Ballon d'Or ceremony is set to be a spectacular event, celebrating the best in football from the 2024/25 season. Here's a breakdown of what to expect today:
Top Contenders
The main event, the Men's Ballon d'Or, is widely considered a two-horse race between Ousmane Dembélé of Paris Saint-Germain and Lamine Yamal of Barcelona.
Ousmane Dembélé: The Frenchman is the favorite after a remarkable season where he was a key figure in PSG's historic Champions League triumph and domestic treble. He's been lauded for his influence and goal contributions.
Lamine Yamal: The 18-year-old Spanish sensation has had a breakout season with Barcelona, leading them to a La Liga and Copa del Rey double. His exceptional performances and maturity at such a young age have put him firmly in the conversation.
Other notable names on the shortlist include Mohamed Salah, Kylian Mbappé, and Harry Kane.
In the Women's Ballon d'Or, Aitana Bonmatí is a strong contender to win her third consecutive award, but faces stiff competition from her Barcelona teammates and England's Leah Williamson, Lucy Bronze, and Alessia Russo, who were instrumental in their team's Euro 2025 victory.
New Awards and Categories
This year marks a new era for the Ballon d'Or, with a total of 10 awards set to be presented. In a first-of-its-kind partnership between UEFA and Groupe Amaury, there will be equal awards for both men's and women's football. This includes new women's categories for the Yashin Trophy (best goalkeeper), Kopa Trophy (best young player), and the Gerd Müller Trophy (top scorer).
Ceremony Details
Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
Time (India): 12:30 AM IST (Tuesday, September 23)
Venue: Théâtre du Châtelet, Paris
Broadcast: You can watch the ceremony live in India on the Sony Sports Network and stream it on the SonyLIV app and website.
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