By Michael Nsikan Richard – December 17th 2025
PSG forward Ousmane Dembele was crowned The Best FIFA Men’s Player on December 16, 2025, at a ceremony held in Doha, Qatar.
This prestigious recognition comes after an outstanding 2024-25 season and builds on his earlier triumph, when he won the 2025 Ballon d’Or in September.
The 28-year-old French international demonstrated remarkable form throughout the season, becoming the first French player in the history of these awards to win The Best FIFA Men’s Player honor, as reported by World Soccer Talk.
His exceptional performances were instrumental in PSG securing their first-ever Champions League title, alongside other domestic trophies.
Season Performance & Achievements
FOX Sports reveals that Dembele scored 35 goals in 53 games for PSG across all competitions in the 2024-25 season, establishing himself as one of the most prolific attackers in world football.
His contributions extended beyond goalscoring, with 16 assists showcasing his creative abilities.
During PSG’s historic Champions League campaign, he scored 8 goals and provided 6 assists, playing a pivotal role in the club’s European success.
Dembele was very important in PSG’s domestic dominance as they secured a treble with victories in Ligue 1, the Coupe de France, and the Trophée des Champions. Additionally, he helped France secure 3rd place at the 2024/25 UEFA Nations League and was part of the squad that attained the final of the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup.
His individual achievements throughout the year were numerous. Beyond the FIFA award and Ballon d’Or, Dembele was named UEFA Champions League Player of the Season, selected in the UEFA Champions League Team of the Season, awarded Ligue 1 Player of the Year, and included in the UNFP Ligue 1 Team of the Year.
The Competition
Dembele faced strong competition for the award. Other nominees included Kane, Mbappe, Salah, Hakimi, Palmer, and Yamal, representing some of the finest talent in world football. Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe was a prominent contender.
Other Award Winners
The ceremony recognized excellence across different categories.
Barcelona’s Aitana Bonmati was named the Best FIFA Women’s Player for a third consecutive time.
Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma won The Best FIFA Men’s Goalkeeper 2025, having recently moved from PSG.
Luis Enrique, who led PSG to their first-ever Champions League trophy, was named Best Men’s Coach.
The Best FIFA Men’s 11 for 2025 showcased PSG’s dominance, with PSG accounting for 5 players in the team.
Career Significance
This recognition marks a significant milestone in Dembele’s career growth and journey. After an inconsistent spell at Barcelona, he moved to PSG in 2023 and successfully reawakened his career.
The French forward has overcome previous challenges with injuries and fitness to reach the pinnacle of individual achievement in world football.
Dembele was present at the awards ceremony before his side’s International Cup final against Flamengo on Wednesday, December 17th, 2025, demonstrating PSG’s ongoing commitment to competing for major honors.
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