Ballon d’Or 2025: Date, Live Streaming Details, Categories, Nominees, And All You Need To Know

The football world is counting down to the Ballon d’Or 2025, the sport’s most prestigious individual award. From Champions League heroes to domestic league icons, this year’s field is stacked with world-class talent, making predictions harder than ever.

As anticipation builds, fans around the globe are asking one key question: when is the Ballon d’Or 2025 ceremony?

When Is the Ballon d’Or 2025?

The official date has been confirmed: the Ballon d’Or 2025 ceremony will take place on Monday, 22 September 2025.

Where Will The Ballon d’Or 2025 Ceremony Take Place?

The event will once again be hosted at the historic Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France, maintaining tradition as the glamorous backdrop for football’s biggest awards night.

What Time Will The Ballon d’Or 2025 Ceremony Start?

While the exact start time has not yet been announced, last year’s edition began at 7:45 PM local

time, suggesting a similar schedule this year.

What are the Main Awards To Be Presented At Ballon d’Or 2025?

The Ballon d’Or is no longer just about the best men’s and women’s players—it has evolved into a celebration of all aspects of football excellence.

• Men’s & Women’s Ballon d’Or – World’s best player awards
• Kopa Trophy – Best U-21 player
• Yashin Trophy – Best goalkeeper
• Gerd Müller Trophy – Europe’s top goalscorer
• Johan Cruyff Trophy – Best coach of the season
• Club of the Year – Men’s and women’s clubs honored separately
• Socrates Award – Recognizing humanitarian and social impact work

Ballon d’Or 2025 Nominees

The nominees were revealed on 7 August 2025, featuring a mix of established legends and rising stars.

Selected Men’s Nominees

• Jude Bellingham
• Ousmane Dembélé
• Gianluigi Donnarumma
• Raphinha
• Mohamed Salah
• Lamine Yamal

Selected Women’s Nominees

• Aitana Bonmatí
• Lucy Bronze
• Alexia Putellas
• Alessia Russo
• Leah Williamson

Who Are the Favorites?

Several names are already shaping the Ballon d’Or debate:

• Ousmane Dembélé – enjoying the best season of his career, spearheading PSG’s treble.
• Lamine Yamal – the 18-year-old Barcelona prodigy making history with goals, assists, and silverware.
• Mohamed Salah – a consistent performer at the very top level.
• Aitana Bonmatí & Alexia Putellas – dominating women’s football and leading Spain’s golden era.

Ballon d’Or 2025: How to Watch

The ceremony will be broadcast live worldwide. In India, it will air on Sony Sports Network, with live streaming available on the Sony LIV app and website.

With Ronaldinho set to present the men’s award and a duel brewing between Dembélé and Yamal, the 2025 Ballon d’Or promises to be one of the most dramatic editions in years.