The long list for the 2025 Ballon d Or has been announced and three names catch the eye: Ousmane Dembele, Lamine Yamal, and Mohamed Salah. Their inclusion signals a potential turning point in a race that many watchers have been following closely.
Ousmane Dembele sits among the standout names in the first wave of nominees. He has delivered one of his strongest seasons to date, combining pace, creativity and decisive finishes. His form helped his team compete at the highest levels and he posted a goal and assist tally that underscored his influence on the pitch. If he were to win, he would join a distinguished group of players to lift football’s most coveted individual prize.
Lamine Yamal represents the new generation in the running. The teenage forward has turned heads with consistent performances and a level of maturity that belies his age. His impact at both club and international levels has kept him firmly in the conversation for the Ballon d Or, marking him as a rising force to watch in the years ahead.
Mohamed Salah remains a mainstay in the conversation. The dependable forward continues to drive his team with open play, clinical finishing and leadership. His ongoing contributions keep him in contention as voters weigh sustained excellence across competitions.
As the season progresses, the Ballon d Or fight will hinge on how these players perform across domestic leagues and continental campaigns. The official list comes from the organizers and reflects votes from journalists around the world.
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