Overview

• The Théâtre du Châtelet hosts the gala on Monday, September 22, with a 9 p.m. CEST start.
• L’Équipe’s YouTube offers a free worldwide stream, with regional coverage on Paramount+/CBS Sports Golazo in the U.S., TNT Sports/discovery+ in the UK, and Sony Sports/SonyLIV in India.
• PSG’s Ousmane Dembélé is widely reported as the favorite, with Barcelona teenager Lamine Yamal positioned as his main challenger after standout 2024–25 seasons.
• A rescheduled PSG match against Marseille has raised questions over nominee attendance, with reports also noting potential injury-related absences.
• The gala also presents women’s and specialty honors, with Aitana Bonmatí a leading contender in an open women’s field and awards including Kopa, Yashin, Gerd Müller, Johan Cruyff, Club of the Year, and the Socrates Award.