Ousmane Dembélé won the prestigious Ballon d'Or after leading Paris Saint-Germain to their first Champions League title. The 2025 Ballon d'Or showcased some outstanding talents. Salah's presence at the top is a remarkable milestone for a generation of African players. At just 26 years old, the Paris Saint-Germain defender has firmly established himself among the elite in his position. The rising presence of African players at the Ballon d'Or is significant.