Overview

Ousmane Dembélé of Paris Saint-Germain and Chloe Kelly from Arsenal are standout nominees for the prestigious Ballon d’Or awards, which celebrate the globe’s top football talents.

Dembélé’s Triumph at PSG

Dembélé played a crucial role in PSG’s first-ever Champions League title, completing a remarkable treble while scoring a career-high of 35 goals last season.

Chloe Kelly’s European Championship Performance

Kelly was instrumental in England’s success at the women’s European Championship, scoring the decisive penalty against World Cup champions Spain. Last season, she played a vital part in Arsenal’s journey to the women’s Champions League title.

Other Notable Nominees

Dembélé is among nine PSG nominees, joined by Gianluigi Donnarumma and Kylian Mbappé, highlighting the depth of talent. Meanwhile, England’s Lucy Bronze and Hannah Hampton are also contenders in the women’s category.

Voting Process

The Ballon d’Or, established in 1956 for men and 2018 for women, is voted on by journalists from FIFA’s top-ranked countries. The player with the most points from ranked selections wins the award.

Additional Awards

PSG coach Luis Enrique and England’s Sarina Wiegman are both nominated for best coach, while Donnarumma is a favorite for the Lev Yashin award.