Ballon d’Or: Ousmane Dembélé improvised

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By: Manu Tournoux

Ballon d'Or: Ousmane Dembélé improvised

On September 22, Ousmane Dembélé (28 years old) was elected Ballon d’Or 2025. The Frenchman was very moved during his speech, which he mentioned during an interview given to GQ. “It came out like that. I hadn’t prepared anything special. I did it by feeling and all the better if it moved everyone. It is precisely this authenticity, this way of expressing oneself without filter, which has affected well beyond football.

His talent and his footballing and human qualities were appreciated according to him. “I think everyone was happy that I won this award after a lot of work and a lot of sacrifice. Work pays, that’s good news for everyone.” Dembouz will receive a new title on Thursday as he was elected GQ 2025 Man of the Year.

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.