Dembélé, Vitinha & PSG Shine at Ballon d’Or: A Night of Glory, Legacy, and History

In a night full of pride, prestige, and celebration, Ousmane Dembélé was crowned the winner of the 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or, with Vitinha placing third, while PSG was named Team of the Season. The ceremony had all the spectacle one expects, and every win carried weight, espeically for PSG Fan Token holders and fans.

A historic night for PSG

Dembélé award was the result of a season that many will call historic. He was central to PSG’s best-ever European campaign, including finally winning the UEFA Champions League alongside domestic success. His goals, assists and leadership defined the year, but more than that, his consistency in stepping up during the biggest matches pushed him above the rest. The fact that he became the first French player since Karim Benzema in 2022 to lift the trophy gave the moment extra resonance. To top it all off, the award was handed to him by Ronaldinho, a legend whose very presence elevated the occasion. Dembélé himself called it “exceptional,” and it was impossible not to feel the symbolism of a Brazilian icon passing the torch to a French star in Paris. Dembélé netted 35 goals and contributed 16 assists in his phenomenal season last term. 

Vitinha: PSG’s engine that does not stop

Vitinha’s third-place finish was equally symbolic of PSG’s rise. While he does not make headlines with flashy goals, his tireless presence in midfield, his ability to dictate tempo and keep the team balanced, and his consistency across a long campaign proved decisive. To be recognised alongside Dembélé and Lamine Yamal shows the depth of quality PSG commanded last season. For Vitinha, the recognition was a testament to the value of midfield intelligence, discipline and reliability in an era often dominated by attacking flair.

As PSG dominated the night, Achraf Hakimi was ranked sixth, while Nuno Mendes came in 10th, meaning four PSG players made the top 10! The next section here comes as no surprise then: 

PSG: Your Men’s Team of the Season

PSG’s dominance was underlined further when they were named Team of the Season. After lifting the Champions League and sweeping domestic trophies, it was impossible to argue against them. Their collective achievements matched their individual brilliance, with Luis Enrique also taking home the Best Coach award, completing a historic night for the club. This was not just a victory for one or two players, but confirmation that PSG as an organisation has reached the very peak of European football.

The ceremony’s sparkle was heightened by the moment Ronaldinho presented the Ballon d’Or. More than just a presentation, it was a passing of heritage. Ronaldinho’s flair and artistry still live vividly in football’s memory, and seeing him hand the game’s most prestigious individual award to Dembélé provided a moment that united past and present, nostalgia and progress. His Dembélé alone inspires fans, but Barcelona and PSG fans were kept on their toes given his loyalty to both clubs where he enjoyed such a huge status amongst both sets of supporters. 

For PSG supporters and Fan Token holders, this Ballon d’Or night meant more than just trophies and accolades. It highlighted that Fan Token clubs are not only innovators off the pitch but champions on it. PSG has been a pioneer in bringing fans closer through technology and engagement, and now those same fans can point to a season where their club conquered Europe, produced the best player in the world, and claimed football’s biggest team award.

Fan Token teams are proving to be champions, winners and innovators all at once. PSG’s triumphs at the Ballon d’Or ceremony stand as a powerful reminder that those who back such clubs are not just watching history unfold, they are part of it.