Dembélé wins Ballon d’Or 2025 as Hakimi makes historyPSG’s Ousmane Dembélé takes home football’s top individual honor while Achraf Hakimi breaks Moroccan records with a top-10 finishDembélé claims Ballon d’Or as Hakimi and Guirassy earn historic rankingsOusmane Dembélé has been crowned the winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or, capping off a standout year for both the Paris Saint-Germain winger and African footballers across Europe. But while the spotlight was firmly on Dembélé, the ceremony also marked a historic night for Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi, who finished sixth—the highest-ever ranking for a Moroccan player in Ballon d’Or history. Hakimi sets Moroccan record with 6th-place finishFor Achraf Hakimi, the sixth-place finish marks a significant milestone for Moroccan football. Previously, the highest ranking for a Moroccan player was held by Yassine Bounou, who finished 13th in 2023. Their Ballon d’Or placements are not just personal accolades but also a reflection of PSG’s evolution into a fully balanced and high-performing team.