Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembele celebrated a career-defining moment after winning the 2025 Ballon d’Or. He expressed immense joy after dominating the votes to be named Player of the Year, calling the award a recognition of all his hard work.
🏆 A Dream Come True
Dembele shared that the reality of winning the prestigious award has been overwhelming. “As soon as they called my name, it was an immense joy,” he said. He described the experience as a very happy moment, one that he has been treasuring since the ceremony on Monday night.
✨ Keeping the Trophy Close
The French winger admitted that the trophy has barely left his side since he received it. In a lighthearted comment, he told TF1, “I’ve been sleeping with it since yesterday.” This shows just how much the award means to him on a personal level, symbolizing a major achievement in his football journey.
❤️ A Heartfelt Tribute to His Mother
The moment was made even more special by the presence of his family. Dembele explained that he tried to hold back tears, but the emotions grew when he thought of his mother. “With my mother, who raised me alone and who’s been there since my debut,” he shared. “She, my mother, is exceptional.”
