2025 Ballon d’Or Nominees Announced: Raphinha and Vinícius Júnior Represent Brazil

France Football magazine revealed the nominees for the 2025 Ballon d’Or, the most prestigious individual award in world football, on Thursday. Among the highly anticipated nominees are Brazilian players Raphinha and Vinícius Júnior.

• Ballon d’Or 2025: Amanda gutierres and Marta are nominated for the WorldS best Player Award.
• Botafogo is nominated for the best club of the year.

The initial list includes 30 players who excelled between August 1, 2024, and July 31, 2025. this period covers major competitions such as the Champions League,Copa América,the Euro,the Women’s world Cup,and the Club World Cup,which Chelsea won.

Key takeaways

• Raphinha and vinícius Júnior are representing Brazil in the 2025 Ballon d’Or nominations.
• The nomination period considers performances from August 1, 2024, to July 31, 2025.
• Key competitions influencing nominations include the Champions League, Copa América, Euro, Women’s World Cup, and Club World Cup.
• Amanda Gutierres and Marta are nominated for the Women’s World’s best Player Award.
• Botafogo is in contention for the best club of the year award.

The Ballon d’Or recognizes the best male and female football players, and the award ceremony is a highlight of the football calendar. Further details about the voting process and the eventual winner will be announced by France Football in the coming months.