The full list of men’s and women’s Ballon d'Or 2025 nominees have been revealed ahead of the September ceremony.
Headlining both lists are standout players from both Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal’s Champions League triumphs in the men’s and women’s competitions respectively. Barcelona superstars in both categories also make up a big portion of the nominees including the likes of Lamine Yamal, Alexia Putellas, Pedri, Aitana Bonmatí and more.
Last year’s winner, Manchester City star Rodri, is not among the nominees after suffering an ACL injury last September which kept him out of play for an extended period. As such, a new men’s winner will be crowned this time around.
Check out the full list of men and women’s nominees below.
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Men’s Ballon d’Or 2025 Nominees
Dembélé, Yamal, Raphinha and Salah are the favorites to take home the men’s award, though Dembélé leads the pack given their first-ever Champions League trophy lift in Munich defeating Inter Milan convincingly 5–0. PSG also won Ligue 1 and their domestic cup in convincing fashion.
Yamal and Raphinha lead the way for Barcelona representatives given their outstanding performances over the course of a domestic treble in Hansi Flick’s first season. Though, their shortcomings in Europe likely hinder their chances compared to the PSG star.
Salah was an early favorite for the award given how well the Reds played in Arne Slot’s first season en route to a Premier League title, but coming up short in the Champions League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup likely hurt the Egyptian’s odds.
Women’s Ballon d’Or 2025 Nominees
Arsenal became two-time Women’s Champions League winners under Renée Slegers upsetting Barcelona in the final in Lisbon, Portugal. As well, standout Gunners from their European club triumph went on to lift the Women’s Euro trophy with England including Chloe Kelly, Alessia Russo and Leah Williamson.
Other notable players across Europe and the U.S. include Barbra Banda, Temwa Chawinga, Pernille Harder, Mariona Caldentey and Sandy Baltimore.
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