Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembélé has been named the Best FIFA Men’s Player for 2025, capping a remarkable year in which he played a pivotal role in the club’s historic UEFA Champions League triumph.
The French international finished ahead of Barcelona and Spain prodigy Lamine Yamal, repeating the outcome of the Ballon d’Or race he won earlier in September.
His France teammate Kylian Mbappé, who has enjoyed a strong start to life at Real Madrid, was the third nominee for the award.q
Dembélé’s influence extended beyond Europe, as he netted twice to propel PSG into the final of the newly expanded 32-team Club World Cup.
Now 28, Dembélé enjoyed the most prolific campaign of his career, scoring 35 goals in 53 appearances across all competitions.
His contributions helped PSG secure a domestic and continental treble, adding Ligue 1 and the Coupe de France to their long-awaited Champions League crown.
PSG’s success was further recognised at the ceremony held in Doha, Qatar, with head coach Luis Enrique receiving the Best Men’s Coach award.
In the women’s category, Barcelona and Spain midfielder Aitana Bonmatí continued her dominance by claiming a third consecutive Best Women’s Player prize, while England boss Sarina Wiegman was named Best Women’s Coach.
