Ballon d'Or 2025 Power Rankings
With the year's biggest soccer award approaching, fans and analysts are eagerly speculating on who might claim the prestigious title. The competition is fierce, with elite players from Europe and beyond showcasing their skills in domestic leagues, international tournaments, and continental championships. As the season progresses, each standout performance, goal, and crucial assist brings a player closer to claiming this individual honour.
Many factors, such as consistency, leadership, and impact in high-stakes matches, will play into the final decision. The list of potential winners is packed with top talents, making it one of the most anticipated ceremonies recently.
With the year's biggest soccer award approaching, fans and analysts are eagerly speculating on who might claim the prestigious title. The competition is fierce, with elite players from Europe and beyond showcasing their skills in domestic leagues, international tournaments, and continental championships. As the season progresses, each standout performance, goal, and crucial assist brings a player closer to claiming this individual honour. Many factors, such as consistency, leadership, and impact in high-stakes matches, will play into the final decision. Top talents pack the list of potential winners, making it one of the most anticipated ceremonies recently.
Ballon d'Or 2025 Power Rankings: Who will win it?
The 2025 Ballon d'Or race has entered a thrilling new chapter as the season heads into its decisive stretch. With last year's winner, Manchester City’s Rodri, sidelined by an ACL injury, the field has opened up for a new generation of contenders. In his absence, the spotlight has shifted to stars delivering exceptional performances at both club and international levels. From clutch goals to dominant displays on the biggest stages, the power rankings reflect a dynamic and evolving narrative. The 69th Ballon d’Or ceremony will be held on September 22 in Paris, where football’s next king will be crowned.
With the 2024–25 football season wrapped up, all eyes turn to the Ballon d'Or rankings. This year has delivered standout performances, unforgettable moments, and fierce competition across Europe and beyond. From Champions League glory to domestic dominance, the race for the prestigious award is tighter than ever. As fans await the official shortlist, here’s a look at the top contenders and how they shaped this season’s Ballon d’Or race.
1. Ousmane Dembélé (Paris Saint-Germain)
https://scores24.live/en/soccer/p-ousmane-dembeleOusmane Dembélé tops this year’s Ballon d’Or rankings after a sensational season with Paris Saint-Germain. He scored 35 goals and provided 15 assists in 49 matches, including 4 goals in the Champions League—marking one of the best individual campaigns ever for a French club.
Dembélé played a key role in PSG’s historic treble, winning Ligue 1, the French Cup, and their first-ever Champions League title.
2. Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
Lamine Yamal enjoyed a breakout season with Barcelona, recording 19 goals and 26 total contributions across all competitions. At just 17, he helped Barça win La Liga, Copa del Rey and Spanish Super Cup.
With dazzling dribbles, clutch assists, and standout moments on Europe’s biggest stages, Yamal has become a genuine Ballon d’Or contender in record-breaking fashion.
3. Raphinha (Barcelona)
Raphinha had a sensational 2024–25 season with Barcelona, scoring 39 goals and delivering 25 assists in 57 appearances. He had the joint top assists in the Champions League with 5 while having 8 goals.
His brilliance helped Barça win La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Supercopa. With those numbers and trophies, Raphinha has earned his place in the Ballon d’Or spotlight.
4. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
Mohamed Salah delivered another incredible season for Liverpool, scoring 29 goals and providing 18 assists in the Premier League alone—setting a new record for total goal involvements in a 38-game season.
He added even more across all competitions, helping Liverpool lift the Premier League title under the new head coach. With his consistency, leadership, and unmatched impact, Salah is once again firmly in the mix for the Ballon d’Or.
5. Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)
Kylian Mbappé finished the season with 43 goals and 5 assists, winning the UEFA Super Cup and Intercontinental Cup with Real Madrid.
A hat-trick against Manchester City marked a turning point, but Madrid’s season unravelled late, losing the Champions League, Copa del Rey, and La Liga. Though he fell short of major team honours, his Golden Shoe win keeps him firmly in the Ballon d’Or picture.
6. Desire Doue (Paris Saint-Germain)
Desire Doue scored 15 goals and provided 16 assists in a breakthrough season with PSG, helping secure the Champions League, Ligue 1, Coupe de France, and Trophee des Champions.
Though not always a starter, Doue made every minute count, especially in the big moments. Trusted by Luis Enrique in crucial matches, he shone in the European final and Copa de France, proving himself a clutch performer.
7. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Paris Saint-Germain)
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored 14 goals and provided 11 assists while winning the Champions League, Ligue 1, Serie A, and Coupe de France.
His stats don’t fully capture his influence, especially during PSG’s European run and Napoli’s title win. Standout moments, like his brilliant goal against Aston Villa in the quarters, have solidified his reputation and ensured a second Ballon d’Or nomination is all but guaranteed.
8. Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint-Germain)
Achraf Hakimi had an impressive season, scoring 10 goals, assisting 15 times, and keeping 20 clean sheets as PSG lifted the Champions League, Ligue 1, Coupe de France, and Trophee des Champions.
Known as one of the best right-backs in the world, Hakimi combined solid defending with attacking flair, delivering key goals in every Champions League knockout stage and firmly putting himself in Ballon d’Or discussions.
9. Pedri (Barcelona)
Pedri scored six goals and provided nine assists while helping Barcelona win La Liga, Copa del Rey, and the Supercopa de España. Although his stats aren’t eye-popping, his consistent brilliance and fitness this season showed why many consider him one of the world’s best midfielders.
His standout performance in the Copa del Rey final sealed his reputation, keeping him firmly in the Ballon d’Or conversation for years to come.
10. Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)
Harry Kane finally lifted his first major trophy, scoring 43 goals and adding 13 assists to help Bayern Munich win the Bundesliga. Even at 31, Kane’s goal-scoring instinct remains sharp, playing a key role in Bayern’s title run.
While goals alone don’t guarantee Ballon d’Or success, Kane’s all-around impact, despite a tough Champions League exit, should have caught the attention of voters this season.
