Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé has been named the FIFA Best Men’s Player for 2025 after an outstanding season with Paris Saint-Germain and the France national team.
Dembélé played a pivotal role for PSG, showcasing his pace, creativity, and goal-scoring ability, while also helping France achieve strong results in international competitions, solidifying his reputation as one of the world’s top footballers.
In the women’s category, Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmatí was named the FIFA Best Women’s Player for 2025, following exceptional performances for both FC Barcelona and the Spain national team.
Bonmatí was instrumental in Barcelona’s success in domestic and European competitions, demonstrating creativity, vision, and leadership in midfield. Her contributions also helped Spain achieve remarkable results on the international stage, further cementing her status as one of the world’s top female footballers.
The Moment of Recognition
The ceremony opened with the announcement of the FIFPRO Men’s World 11, a lineup voted for by professional footballers worldwide.
This team represents peer recognition at its highest level.
Being chosen isn’t about popularity—it’s about respect, consistency, and impact on the pitch.
The 2025 Best FIFA Men’s 11 celebrated a perfect blend of youth and experience:
Goalkeeper
Gianluigi Donnarumma — Manchester City / Italy
The Italian shot-stopper impressed the world with his calm under pressure and crucial saves throughout the season.
Defenders
Achraf Hakimi — PSG / Morocco
Virgil van Dijk — Liverpool / Netherlands
Nuno Mendes — PSG / Portugal
These defenders formed an elite backline, combining pace, intelligence, and leadership to dominate matches at the highest level.
Midfielders
Cole Palmer — Chelsea / England
Jude Bellingham — Real Madrid / England
Pedri — Barcelona / Spain
Vitinha — PSG / Portuga
The midfield quartet blended creativity, control, and relentless energy, orchestrating attacks and dictating the tempo of games with precision.
Forwards
Lamine Yamal — Barcelona / Spain
Kylian Mbappé — Real Madrid / France
Ousmane Dembélé — PSG / France
This forward line showcased explosive pace, technical brilliance, and goal-scoring instincts, thrilling fans week after week.
