Nominees Announced for The Best FIFA Football Awards 2025

The The Best FIFA Football Awards 2025 nominees list has been announced, setting up another high-profile showdown between Ousmane Dembélé and Lamine Yamal. The two players finished first and second in the recent Ballon d’Or ceremony, and now both are among the top candidates for FIFA’s annual awards.

The Best FIFA Football Awards 2025 Nominees: Key Names

Dembélé won the Ballon d’Or in Paris in September. His victory prompted a heated reaction from Yamal’s father, who publicly criticized the outcome. Their rivalry is expected to be a focal point once again as voting begins for this FIFA award.

Paris Saint-Germain has strong representation on the men’s list, with Vitinha, Achraf Hakimi, and Nuno Mendes all nominated. The Premier League is also featured, with Mohamed Salah and Cole Palmer making the shortlist.

In the women’s category, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Barcelona dominate the nominations. Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmatí leads the list, highlighting her continued influence on the sport.

🏆 Men’s Nominees:

• Ousmane Dembélé

• Achraf Hakimi

• Harry Kane

• Kylian Mbappé

• Nuno Mendes

• Cole Palmer

• Pedri

• Raphinha

• Mohamed Salah

• Vitinha

• Lamine Yamal

🏆 Women’s Nominees:

• Sandy Baltimore

• Nathalie Björn

• Aitana Bonmatí

• Lucy Bronze

• Mariona Caldentey

• Temwa Chawinga

• Kadidiatou Diani

• Melchie Dumornay

• Patri Guijarro

• Lindsey Heaps

• Lauren James

• Chloe Kelly

• Ewa Pajor

• Clàudia Pina

• Alexia Putellas

• Alessia Russo

• Leah Williamson

The competition for The Best FIFA Football Awards 2025 nominees reflects shifting power dynamics in both the men’s and women’s game, with younger talents increasingly challenging established stars.