The 2025 Ballon d’Or Ceremony: A Break from Tradition
Traditionally held in October at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony is making a significant change this year. The event has been rescheduled to take place on Monday, September 22, as confirmed by the organizing media outlet, L’Équipe.
But the shift in scheduling is not the only change that will mark this edition of the prestigious award ceremony. For the first time in history, all trophies that were previously exclusive to male players will now also be awarded in the women’s category. This includes the Kopa Trophy for the best young player, the Yachine Trophy for the best goalkeeper, and the Gerd Müller Trophy for the top scorer.
This groundbreaking decision represents a significant step forward in promoting gender equality within the realm of football’s most glamorous individual awards ceremony. It signifies the increasing recognition of women’s football on the global stage and aims to place male and female talents on an equal pedestal during this annual celebration of excellence.
