FIFA has officially announced the FIFA The Best Award 2025 Winner, confirming Ousmane Dembélé as the World Footballer of the Year at the prestigious The Best gala. The Paris Saint-Germain star succeeds Vinícius Jr., marking a new era at the top of men’s football.
FIFA The Best Award 2025 Winner (Men)
As the FIFA The Best Award 2025 Winner, Ousmane Dembélé capped off a phenomenal season filled with match-winning performances for PSG. His speed, creativity, and decisive impact in crucial matches made him one of the most feared attackers in world football. Earlier in the year, he also lifted the Ballon d’Or 2025, completing a rare and prestigious individual double.
FIFA The Best Award 2025 Winner: Top Nominees Beaten
Becoming the FIFA The Best Award 2025 required overcoming an elite group of global superstars. Dembélé emerged on top of a shortlist packed with experience, talent, and rising stars from Europe’s biggest clubs.
| Nominees |
|---|
| Achraf Hakimi |
| Harry Kane |
| Kylian Mbappé |
| Nuno Mendes |
| Cole Palmer |
| Pedri |
| Raphinha |
| Mohamed Salah |
| Vitinha |
| Lamine Yamal |
FIFA The Best Award 2025 Winner (Women)
In the women’s category, Aitana Bonmatí once again proved her dominance by being named FIFA The Best Award 2025 Winner. The FC Barcelona midfielder secured the award for the third consecutive year, reinforcing her status as the best player in women’s football. She also claimed the Ballon d’Or 2025, highlighting her consistency and leadership at the highest level.
A Celebration of Excellence
With Ousmane Dembélé and Aitana Bonmatí crowned as the FIFA The Best Award 2025 Winners, this year’s ceremony highlighted footballers who defined 2025 through elite performance, consistency, and global influence. The awards reaffirmed their places among the very best in world football history.