WHAT TIME IS THE BALLON D’OR 2025 CEREMONY AND WHERE CAN YOU WATCH IT?
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The countdown has officially commenced as the football community prepares to convene on Monday, September 22, for the Ballon d’Or 2025, the sport’s most esteemed individual honor.
The renowned Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris will serve as the venue for the star-studded occasion, which has established itself as the sanctuary of football excellence, as supporters, players, and icons come together to discover who will be crowned the best player in the world.
When Will the 2025 Ballon d’Or Be Presented?
The ceremony is scheduled to commence at 20:00 WAT, 8 PM Nigeria time, with millions of fans across the globe tuning in to witness the event.
How to View
Fans in Nigeria will have the opportunity to watch the full ceremony live on Supersports. Additional broadcasters are anticipated to transmit the event worldwide, ensuring that aficionados everywhere can experience this moment in football history.
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The Nominees for the Ballon d’Or
This year’s anticipation is heightened not only by the intrigue surrounding the winner but also by an impressive roster of nominees. The 30-player shortlist comprises a blend of established stars and emerging talents from Europe’s elite leagues, including Jude Bellingham, Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappé, Mohamed Salah, and Vinicius Junior.
Here is the complete list of nominees:
Jude Bellingham, Ousmane Dembele, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Desire Doue, Denzel Dumfries, Serhou Guirassy, Viktor Gyökeres, Erling Haaland, Achraf Hakimi, Harry Kane, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Robert Lewandowski, Alexis Mac Allister, Lautaro Martinez, Kylian Mbappe, Scott McTominay, Nuno Mendes, Joao Neves, Michael Olise, Cole Palmer, Pedri, Raphinha, Declan Rice, Fabian Ruiz, Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, Vinicius Junior, Vitinha, Florian Wirtz, and Lamine Yamal.
A More Comprehensive Ballon d’Or
Beginning in 2024, UEFA and the Amaury Group (owners of France Football and L’Équipe) will co-organize the gala, expanding its international influence.
The 2025 edition will also introduce additional categories, including the Kopa Trophy (best young player), Yashin Trophy (best goalkeeper), Gerd Müller Trophy (top scorer), Johan Cruyff Trophy (best coach), and the Socrates Prize (for athletes with significant philanthropic contributions). The Club of the Year accolades — for both men’s and women’s categories — will also be awarded.
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