- Ousmane Dembélé was named Best FIFA Men’s Player 2025 after a standout season with Paris Saint-Germain.
- Dembélé led PSG to their first UEFA Champions League title and scored 35 goals in 53 appearances.
- He beat Barcelona teen Lamine Yamal and France teammate Kylian Mbappé for the award at the Doha ceremony.
H2: Dembélé takes top individual prize
Ousmane Dembélé was crowned the Best FIFA Men’s Player on Tuesday in Doha, Qatar, capping a breakthrough year with Paris Saint-Germain. The 28-year-old forward played a central role as PSG secured the UEFA Champions League for the first time in the club’s history.
Dembélé finished the season with 35 goals in 53 appearances across all competitions. He also scored twice to help PSG reach — and win — the inaugural 32-team Club World Cup, and contributed to a domestic double that completed a treble with Ligue 1 and the Coupe de France.
H3: The finalists and voting
The finalists for the award were Dembélé, Barcelona and Spain prodigy Lamine Yamal, and France teammate Kylian Mbappé, who had an eye-catching start at Real Madrid. Voters praised Dembélé’s consistency, decisive goals in big matches and his role in PSG’s historic Champions League run.
H3: Ceremony highlights — PSG double joy
It was a successful night for PSG beyond the player prize. Head coach Luis Enrique won the Best Men’s Coach award, recognizing the tactical work that guided PSG through a demanding season.
Barcelona and Spain midfielder Aitana Bonmatí secured the Best FIFA Women’s Player award for the third straight year, while England coach Sarina Wiegman won Best Women’s Coach. The event in Doha underscored major moments from both men’s and women’s football this year.
H4: How this compares to other award seasons
Dembélé’s win follows his Ballon d’Or victory in September, where he also edged out Yamal. The Best FIFA award adds another major individual accolade to his 2025 haul. Historically, the award has honored a range of top talents — Cristiano Ronaldo among them — but this year’s selection highlights Dembélé’s impact during a season defined by silverware.
H4: What this means for PSG and Dembélé
The award reinforces Dembélé’s status as a global star and cements his influence on PSG’s recent success. For the club, the individual recognition complements a campaign that brought domestic dominance and long-sought European glory. For fans and analysts, Dembélé’s form raises expectations for PSG’s title defenses and the reigning Best FIFA winner’s role in next season’s competitions.
H5: Quick facts
- Award: Best FIFA Men’s Player 2025
- Winner: Ousmane Dembélé (PSG)
- Finalists: Lamine Yamal, Kylian Mbappé
- Venue: Doha, Qatar
- PSG trophies in 2025: UEFA Champions League, Ligue 1, Coupe de France, Club World Cup
Dembélé’s award night in Doha capped a dominant year for both player and club, and it positions him as a leading figure in world football heading into 2026.
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