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Historic year as Messi and Ronaldo absent, with France Football set for September showdown in Paris

When, Where, and Who: Ballon d’Or 2025 Ceremony Explained

The countdown's officially begun for the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony and this year’s edition promises to reshape the history of football’s most prestigious individual prize.

When & Where?

The Ballon d’Or 2025 ceremony will take place on Monday 22 September 2025 in Paris at 6 PM GMT. Football legends past & present are expected to attend in night.

No Messi , No Ronaldo .. A New Era Begins

For the 1st time in more than 15 year, Lionel Messi & Cristiano Ronaldo are out of the spotlight. Their absence from the European stage leaves the door wide open for new generation of global stars to etch their names into football immortality.

Favorites in the Spotlight

Egyptian superstar Mohamed Salah leads the pack after finishing as Premier League top scorer last season with Liverpool. He faces stiff competition from French winger Ousmane Dembele who guided Paris Saint Germain to Champions League glory and his teammate Achraf Hakimi, the Moroccan full back enjoying career best campaign.

Other contenders include Barcelona duo Raphinha & teenage sensation Lamine Yamal both of whom delivered decisive performances in La Liga & europe.

Criteria for the Crown