Anticipation is hotting up in the football world, with the hugely significant – and prestigious – Ballon d’Or just around the corner.
The iconic gold trophy awarded annually by France Football to the player who has shone at the highest level over the course of the year internationally is a highlight on the football calendar.
The 2024-25 season has delivered plenty of highs and lows for players, with supporters and pundits alike starting to consider who deserves to lift the trophy when the time comes for the winner to be announced.
The award night has a special aspect of benchmark glamour and special tradition that brings the footballing family together to celebrate the best players at the end of the season, making it one of the most important nights of the football calendar.
The 2025 Ballon d’Or is scheduled to take place on 22 September in Paris, France, at the suitably iconic Théâtre du Châtelet.
This date is before other seasons to accommodate the expanded football calendar, but hotly anticipated, so that all the stars of the season can be recognized for their efforts before the season is finished.
There could not be a better backdrop for an evening of anticipation, surprise, and celebration,n waiting to find out who is crowned the best player in the world, with Paris in all its glory.
The race for the Ballon d’Or remains as competitive as ever. Some of the likely contenders include professional goal-scorers like Mohamed Salah, quick flashy wingers like Raphinha and Ousmane Dembélé, as well as the possibility of up-and-coming players from Barcelona.
In terms of the women’s Ballon d’Or, players like Aitana Bonmatí and Alexia Putellas remain unparalleled as prospects.
As we approach September 22, we can expect to see hypothetical debates about the nominees heat up, everyone poring over statistics, and fans passionately defending their selections!
The night in Paris will undoubtedly mark an important chapter in the trajectory of football history, as we celebrate the greatness of those who shape the beautiful game.
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