Lamine Yamal was not close to Ballon d’Or
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Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele has beaten off competition from Lamine Yamal to win the 2025 Ballon d'Or. The France international was crowned the best male player in the world at a ceremony in Paris on Monday night after an incredible season where he won the quadruple with Luis Enrique's side and delivered the club a first ever Champions League title.
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Lamine Yamal shows grace after Ballon d’Or loss as he congratulates Ousmane Dembele in style – But father issues fiery four-word warning (VIDEO)
Beyond the official rankings, it was Yamal’s humility and sportsmanship that stole the headlines, while his father’s words after the event carried a different kind of weight.
LaLiga president Javier Tebas has claimed that Barcelona teenager Lamine Yamal missed out on winning this year’s Ballon d’Or because of his age. Lamine Yamal, 18, who dazzled throughout the 2024/25 season,
Barcelona are cautiously managing Lamine Yamal’s recovery as the teenage star edges closer to full fitness ahead of the Champions League clash with PSG. Hansi Flick admitted “he’s almost back, he looks good” but stressed no risks will be taken.