Dembele has shown maturity and played a decisive role in the historic season of the French capital team.
PSG's locomotive
The semi-final in New Jersey saw Dembele explode. He scored the goal to make it 2-0 after just 9 minutes, and was also instrumental in the speedy attacks that stunned Real Madrid's defense.
Ousmane Dembele and the dream of the Golden Ball at the FIFA Club World Cup Photo: FIFA
No longer the inconsistent player he was at Barcelona, Dembele under Luis Enrique is now an extremely dangerous explosive player. His technique, speed and tactical awareness have all improved significantly.
Since the start of the 2024-2025 season, Dembele has contributed to 35 goals and 15 assists in all competitions, including many important goals in the Champions League - where PSG won the title for the first time. He is also one of the most consistent players in Ligue 1 and is a "tactical weapon" that Enrique cannot do without when the FIFA Club World Cup enters the decisive phase.
Mbappe's move to Real Madrid in the summer of 2024 made many people doubt the strength of PSG's attack. However, from that very boundary, Dembele has risen. He not only filled the technical gap but also played the role of a spiritual leader - something that was strange for a player who was labeled "unprofessional".
The one who unlocks the game
PSG are on the verge of a historic quadruple - Champions League, Ligue 1, French Cup, Club World Cup - and Dembele has been a key cog in all four campaigns.
If the French team wins the upcoming final, Dembele will confidently compete for the 2025 Golden Ball with strong opponents such as Lamine Yamal, Mohamed Salah, Raphinha, Vitinha...
The Ballon d'Or is not only for the player who scores the most goals and assists, but also for the player who has the greatest influence on the team's journey to glory. Dembele has done that. He does not need to be a "penalty box killer" but instead is the one who unlocks the game, leads the attacking play and makes every defense fear.
If PSG win the FIFA Club World Cup and Dembele continues to shine, he will win the most prestigious title. Being named "Best Player of the Champions League" is the launching pad for Dembele to reach the peak of his career. In the context of no individual really outstanding in 2025, the most prestigious individual title at the club level can completely belong to Dembele.
Source: https://nld.com.vn/dembele-ung-vien-qua-bong-vang-2025-196250710210647194.htm
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