The global football elite descended upon the shimmering city of Dubai today for the highly anticipated 2025 Globe Soccer Awards.
Held in conjunction with the Dubai International Sports Conference, the ceremony has once again solidified its status as a cornerstone of the footballing calendar, celebrating excellence across every facet of the beautiful game.
From the red carpet at the iconic Atlantis The Royal to the final trophy presentation, the night was a showcase of talent, resilience, and legacy.
While the 2025 edition saw a dominant performance from Paris Saint-Germain and FC Barcelona across multiple categories, it also remained a night of tribute to the veterans of the sport and the rising stars destined to lead the next generation.
Fans from across the globe tuned in to see if their favorites—including legends like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi—would add more silverware to their illustrious cabinets.
Below is the comprehensive list of winners from this star-studded evening in the UAE.
The Winners’ Circle: 2025 Globe Soccer Awards
| Category | Winner |
| Best Men’s Player of the Year | Ousmane Dembélé (Paris Saint-Germain) |
| Best Middle East Player | Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr) |
| Best Women’s Player of the Year | Aitana Bonmatí (FC Barcelona) |
| Best Men’s Club of the Year | Paris Saint-Germain |
| Best Women’s Club of the Year | FC Barcelona |
| Best Coach of the Year | Luis Enrique (Paris Saint-Germain) |
| Best Emerging Player | Désiré Doué (Paris Saint-Germain) |
| Best Forward in the World | Lamine Yamal (FC Barcelona) |
| Best Midfielder in the World | Vitinha (Paris Saint-Germain) |
| Best National Team | Portugal |
| Best Agent of the Year | Jorge Mendes |
| Best Sporting Director | Luis Campos (PSG) |
| Maradona Award (Top Scorer) | Lamine Yamal |
| Best Comeback Story | Paul Pogba |
| Player Career Award | Andrés Iniesta & Hidetoshi Nakata |
| Best Club President | Nasser Al-Khelaifi |
| Globe Sports Excellence | Novak Djokovic |
La Liga Excellence Awards
The Spanish top flight had a dedicated spotlight during the ceremony, reflecting its massive global influence this past season:
- Best La Liga Team: FC Barcelona
- Best La Liga Player: Raphinha
- Best La Liga U23 Player: Lamine Yamal
- Best La Liga Coach: Hansi Flick
- Best La Liga Save: Jan Oblak
Special Recognitions & Behind the Scenes
The awards also recognized the vital roles that often go unnoticed behind the touchline and in the back office:
- Best Academy: Right to Dream
- Best Sports Psychologist: Nicoletta Romantzi
- Best Digital Content Creator: Belal Haddad
- Special Memorial Tribute: Late Liverpool star, Diogo Jota
