Ladies and gents, gather round — the most scintillating individual showdown in football is BACK. The Ballon d’Or 2025 is creeping up fast (Sep 22 in Paris!), and this year’s storylines are dripping with twists, surprises, and too many contenders to count. Let me hype you up with what’s going down and who’s got the best shot at lifting that golden orb 🏆

🎬 What’s the Hype This Year?

• PSG are bossing it — They clinched the Champions League and domestic titles, mounting a serious case that players from their squad deserve top honours.

• Breakout stars are shining: youth, flair, creativity — we’ve got players pushing boundaries like never before.

• Voters will be watching both trophies and moments — goals, assists, jaw-dropping plays, consistency... it’s not just about the silverware, but what gets people talking (and voting).

• There are favourites, but it’s not a done deal. Bookmakers, pundits, fans — everyone has their pick. And every pick’s got its “ifs.”

🌟 The Favorites

⚡ Ousmane Dembélé (PSG)
He’s the frontrunner, the man who stepped up when it mattered most. PSG’s treble wouldn’t have happened without Dembélé’s dazzling runs, clutch goals, and big-game mentality. This could finally be his year to etch his name into football history.

⚡ Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
At just 18, he’s already rewriting the rules. Every touch, every dribble, every finish screams superstar. Yamal has become Barcelona’s talisman and one of the most exciting young players the game has seen in decades. Could he become the youngest Ballon d’Or winner ever? Don’t rule it out.

⚡ Vitinha (PSG)
The heartbeat of PSG’s midfield. While others grab headlines for goals, Vitinha quietly orchestrates the game like a chess master. His intelligence, vision, and control are finally getting the recognition they deserve. This year, he’s right in the mix.

⚡ Raphinha (Barcelona)
Barcelona’s big-game performer. Whenever the team needed a spark, Raphinha provided it with goals, assists, and pure energy. His consistency and leadership make him one of the dark horses pushing hard for the crown.

⚡ Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
The King of Egypt never goes away. Even without a Champions League or league title, Salah’s numbers remain insane. His goals, his influence, his sheer consistency keep him among the elite contenders — and he’s got the respect of voters worldwide.

🔮 Dark Horses / Sleepers to Watch

• Achraf Hakimi (PSG) — If there’s ever a year a full-back gets big love, this could be it. He’s mixed defensive responsibility and attack in a PSG side that wins.

• Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (PSG / formerly Napoli) — Very electric, very creative, very highlight reel. If voters lean into flair + moments, he’s dangerous.

• Others like Cole Palmer, Fabian Ruiz, etc., are getting honorable mentions — but they’ll need something really special to leapfrog the front-runners.

NB:

Leagues continues and the best players never seize to amaze us in the pitch!

You can place your bets today through various betting sites such as: Betpawa, Sokabet , Sportybet, BetWinner etc.