Globe Soccer Awards 2025 Nominees Revealed as Fan Voting Opens for Dec. 28 Dubai Ceremony

Public ballots run to Nov. 27 before a jury-assisted final vote from Dec. 3 to 11.

Overview

Paris Saint‑Germain lead representation on the Best Men’s Player shortlist after a title‑laden season, with Barcelona and Liverpool also heavily featured.
The men’s field includes Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, Vinícius Jr. and teenage standout Lamine Yamal, while reports identify Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé as an early favorite.
Aitana Bonmatí, Alexia Putellas and several Barcelona teammates headline the women’s nominees, and Best Women’s Club contenders include Barcelona, Arsenal, Lyon and Orlando Pride.
Roughly 15 awards return across core and positional categories, with nine open to fans on the Globe Soccer website, including Best Player, Best Women’s Player and Best Emerging Player.
A jury featuring Marcelo Lippi, Francesco Totti, Iker Casillas and Luis Figo will combine with public votes to select winners ahead of the Dec. 28 event at Atlantis The Royal in Dubai.