Ballon d’Or 2025: 5 Club World Cup Stars Who Could Shift the Rankings
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As the 2025 Ballon d’Or race nears its conclusion, all eyes are now on the FIFA Club World Cup, where a handful of standout players have a final chance to influence voters and potentially reshape the top of the rankings.
With major contenders like Mohamed Salah, Lamine Yamal, and Raphinha absent—due to Liverpool and Barcelona not participating in the expanded tournament—opportunities emerge for others still in the spotlight.
Here are five players whose performances at the Club World Cup could dramatically alter the Ballon d’Or race:
1. Ousmane Dembélé (PSG)
Under Luis Enrique, Dembélé has rediscovered top form, emerging as a key creative spark for PSG, especially in Kylian Mbappé’s absence. With many top contenders sidelined, a starring role in this tournament could significantly boost his Ballon d’Or prospects.
2. Vitinha (PSG)
The Portuguese midfielder has been one of PSG’s most consistent performers this season, delivering composed and intelligent displays. A commanding showing on the Club World Cup stage might finally earn him recognition from global voters.
3. Nuno Mendes (PSG)
When fit, Mendes is among Europe’s most complete full-backs—strong defensively and dangerous in attack. With few defenders usually in Ballon d’Or contention, a dominant tournament could set him apart as a rare candidate from the backline.
4. Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund)
Guirassy has been in red-hot form, finishing as joint top scorer in the UEFA Champions League and helping Dortmund reach new heights. If he powers the club to Club World Cup glory, it could catapult him into serious Ballon d’Or talks.
5. Désiré Doué (PSG)
The young sensation has had a breakout season, with 15 goals and 15 assists already to his name. His man-of-the-match performance in the UCL final earned widespread acclaim. A stellar Club World Cup could mark his rise from breakout star to Ballon d’Or dark horse.
With the spotlight now firmly on the Club World Cup, these players have a final stage to make a defining statement. In a year where the field remains wide open, one standout performance could change everything.
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