Ballon d’Or: Yamal, Dembele Ignored as Ex-Premier League Midfielder Hails ‘Fantastic’ Inclusion

Ballon d’Or 2025 Power Rankings: Who Are the Favorites Following the Nominations?

Now that the nominees list for the 2025 Ballon d’Or has been released, the competition is officially on! One hundred journalists from 100 different countries will now cast their votes. The race is tight at the top, but a clear…

Ballon d’Or: Yamal, Dembele ignored as ex-Premier League midfielder hails ‘fantastic’ inclusion

Ignoring the frontrunners for the Ballon d’Or, one surprise inclusion in the 2025 shortlist has been lauded after ending his nation’s 38-year wait.

2025 Ballon d’Or power rankings: Who is top after shortlist announced?

Rodri won the Ballon d'Or after an exceptional 2024 for Manchester City and Spain, becoming only the third player not named Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo to claim France Football's prestigious golden ball since 2007. As the Club World Cup gets underway, here's our edition of the 2025 Ballon d'Or power rankings.