The nominees for this year’s Ballon d’Or have been revealed, showcasing exceptional talent from the UEFA Champions League and Women’s Euro winners. Announced on August 7, 2025, this year’s event introduces potential new winners for both men and women in soccer’s premier individual accolade.
Men’s Ballon d’Or Nominees
- Lamine Yamal (Barcelona/Spain)
- Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid/France)
- Mohamed Salah (Liverpool/Egypt)
- Ousmane Dembele (Paris Saint-Germain/France)
- Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Paris Saint-Germain/Georgia)
- Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid/Brazil)
Women’s Ballon d’Or Nominees
- Alessia Russo (Arsenal/England)
- Lucy Bronze (Chelsea/England)
- Emily Fox (Arsenal/USA)
- Lindsey Heaps (Lyon/USA)
- Temwa Chawinga (Kansas City Current/Malawi)
The winners will be unveiled at a ceremony in Paris on September 22.
