This Monday, September 22, the 69th edition of the award will be delivered at the Théâtre du Châtelet, in Paris. With a couple of Argentines among the candidates, there is controversy due to a filtration of the alleged winner.
The day of the new delivery arrived Golden Ball. At a very uncommon year of the year, the winner of the award granted to the magazine will be known France Football almost 7 decades ago, which distinguishes Best soccer player last season in the world. At the time of the event, a great controversy in social networks emerged due to a filtration of the alleged winner, which would not be the top candidate.
The countdown to the delivery of the Golden Ball 2025 It was marked by the alleged filtration of the vote that, according to the data revealed, places Lamine Yamaljust 18 years old, like the brand new winner. The young talent of Barcelona It would thus exceed the French Ousmane Dembéléof the Psg, for just five points: 805 to 800.
The news generated immediate controversy in the world of football, not only because of the premature dissemination, but also for the debate on the criteria that are prioritized to grant the most coveted award at the individual level.
The 2024/25 season has been exceptional for Yamal, who stood out for their creativity and imbalance in the Barcelona. With 18 goals and 25 assists in all competitions, its influence was decisive for national club titles. His youth, explosive play style and great media visibility position it as a favorite, even beyond pure statistics.
In contrast, Imbélé starred in a historical season with the Psg, achieving a triplet that included Ligue 1, France Cup and the Champions Leagueand being the top scorer with 35 goals, including 21 in League 1. In addition, he was chosen player of the Champions League season for UEFA, a recognition that reflects its impact on elite competitions.
The comparison between both players raises a dilemma: is the influence on a traditional Spanish club and the media projection of a young talent, or the effectiveness and records in titles and goals of a consolidated player in international competitions? Filtration has unleashed a debate that calls into question the criteria of the Golden Ball and generates doubts about the transparency of the voting process.
What time and where to see the delivery of the Golden Ball 2025 in Argentina
- The event will take place at 16.00. Will be transmitted by Disney +.
Men’s Golden Ball Nominees
- Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool – Argentina)
- Lautaro Martínez (Inter Milan – Argentina)
- Ousmane Dembélé (Paris Saint Germain – France)
- Gianluigi Donnarumma (Paris Saint Germain – Italy)
- Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid – England)
- Désiré Doué (Paris Saint Germain – France)
- Denzel Dumfries (Inter Milan – Netherlands)
- Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund – Guinea)
- Erling Haaland (Manchester City – Noruega)
- Viktor Gyökeres (Sporting Lisbon / Arsenal – Sweden)
- Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint Germain – Morocco)
- Harry Kane (Bayern Münich – England)
- Scott McTominay (Napoli – Scotland)
- Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid – France)
- Nuno Mendes (Paris Saint Germain – Portugal)
- João Neves (Paris Saint Germain – Portugal)
- Pedri (FC Barcelona – Spain)
- Cole Palmer (Chelsea – England)
- Michael Olisé (Bayern Münich – France)
- Raphinha (FC Barcelona – Brazil)
- Declan Rice (Arsenal – England)
- Fabián Ruiz (Paris Saint Germain – Spain)
- Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool – Netherlands)
- Vinícius Jr. (Real Madrid – Brazil)
- Mohamed Salah (Liverpool – Egypt)
- Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen / Liverpool – Germany)
- Vitinha (Paris Saint Germain – Portugal)
- Lamine Yamal (FC Barcelona – Spain)
- Robert Lewandowski (FC Barcelona – Poland)
- KHVICHA KVARATSKHELIA (Paris Saint Germain – Georgia)
The male Yashin trophy nominees
- Emiliano Martínez (Aston Villa – England)
- Alisson Becker (Liverpool – England)
- Yassine Bouou (Al -Hilal – Saudi Arabia)
- Lucas Chevalier (Lille – France)
- Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid – Spain)
- Gianluigi Donnarumma (Paris Saint Germain – France)
- Jan Oblak (Atlético Madrid – Spain)
- David Raya (Arsenal – England)
- Matz Sels (Nottingham Forest – England)
- Yann Sommer (Inter Milan – Italy)
The best coach of the year
- Antonio Conte (Napoli – Italy)
- Luis Enrique (Paris Saint Germain – France)
- Hansi Flick (FC Barcelona – Spain)
- Enzo Maresca (Chelsea – England)
- Arne Slot (Liverpool – England)
Source: Ambito
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