Paris Saint-Germain Crowned Best Team of 2025 at Ballon d’Or Ceremony

September 23, 2025 – Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has been officially named the Best Team of 2025 at the prestigious Ballon d’Or awards, held Monday at the Théâtre du Châtelet. The accolade highlights the club’s dominant Ligue 1 campaign and impressive Champions League run, spearheaded by star forward Ousmane Dembélé’s remarkable tally of 35 goals and 16 assists during the season spanning August 2024 to July 2025. Coach Luis Enrique, who guided the team to a treble, was also honored with the Johan Cruyff Trophy, cementing his influence.

The decision comes despite recent setbacks, including a 3-0 loss to Chelsea and a 1-0 defeat to Marseille, reflecting a shift in Ballon d’Or criteria that prioritizes club performance over international success in a year without major tournaments. Goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma further bolstered PSG’s haul, clinching the Yashin Trophy for his 28 clean sheets.

This award underscores PSG’s strategic evolution under Enrique, whose high-intensity style has drawn comparisons to his 2015 Champions League-winning Barcelona tenure. Analysts note the club’s marketing prowess and seasonal peak may have tipped the scales, raising debates about the award’s focus on consistency versus standout moments.