Ousmane Dembele has been honoured as the men's Player of the Year at The 2025 FIFA Best Awards. The Paris Saint-Germain forward, who also secured the 2025 Ballon d'Or, played a pivotal role in PSG's journey to the Champions League final last season. Additionally, he was instrumental as PSG reached the Club World Cup final, although they were defeated by Chelsea.
Since January 2025, Dembele has been involved in 42 goals, scoring 30 and assisting 12. Only four players from Europe's top five leagues have surpassed his goal contributions across all competitions this year. His remarkable performance has been a key factor in PSG's recent successes.
Aitana Bonmati, representing Barcelona and Spain, claimed the women's player of the year award. She was
crucial in Barcelona's run to the Champions League final and also helped Spain secure a runner-up position at Euro 2025. Her achievements mirror her success at the Ballon d'Or ceremony.
Dembele's coach at PSG, Luis Enrique, received recognition as The Best FIFA Men's Coach. Under his guidance, PSG achieved significant milestones. Enrique joined Pep Guardiola as one of only two coaches to win a treble with two different clubs.
Sarina Wiegman, England's manager, was named The Best FIFA Women's Coach. She led England to victory in Euro 2025, marking her third consecutive European Championship win. Her consistent success highlights her exceptional coaching abilities on the international stage.
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Luis Enrique's accomplishments with PSG have placed him among elite company in football coaching history. His ability to lead teams to multiple titles is evident through his recent accolades and achievements with PSG.
The awards highlight outstanding performances and contributions within football over the past year. They celebrate both individual brilliance and team success across various competitions worldwide.
