Globe Soccer Awards 2025: Winners Announced at Dubai Gala Celebrating Football Excellence

The Globe Soccer Awards held its 16th annual gala on December 28, 2025, in Dubai, commencing at 7 p.m. GST (3 p.m. GMT / 10 a.m. ET). This event marks the culmination of the three major football award ceremonies each year, recognizing outstanding players, coaches, and executives from around the globe, with a particular emphasis on the Middle Eastern region.

This year’s ceremony featured a mix of returning champions and fresh nominees, all vying for prestigious accolades. The awards celebrate the pinnacle of football talent, with many nominees also being contenders for other significant honors, such as the Ballon d’Or and FIFA The Best awards.

Overview of the Globe Soccer Awards

Established in 2010, the Globe Soccer Awards are organized by Globe Soccer. The gala has been a staple in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, each December or January, honoring the most influential figures in football. The awards were co-founded by renowned football agent Jorge Mendes, alongside Italian entrepreneurs Riccardo Silva and Tommaso Bendoni. Mendes has consistently excelled in the Best Agent category, often securing the title.

According to the official website, the mission of Globe Soccer is to honor all aspects of the sport, celebrating a wide array of stakeholders, including players, chairmen, agents, directors, and referees.

Winners of the Globe Soccer Awards 2025

The 2025 awards featured five finalists for both the Best Men’s Player and Best Women’s Player categories. The nominees included some of the most recognized names in football, reflecting their exceptional performances over the past year.

Best Men’s Player

Winner: Ousmane Dembele
Nominees:

• Ousmane Dembele (France, PSG)
• Kylian Mbappe (France, Real Madrid)
• Raphinha (Brazil, Barcelona)
• Vitinha (Portugal, PSG)
• Lamine Yamal (Spain, Barcelona)

Best Women’s Player

Winner: Aitana Bonmati
Nominees:

• Aitana Bonmati (Spain, Barcelona)
• Mariona Caldentey (Spain, Arsenal)
• Melchie Dumornay (Haiti, Lyon)
• Alexia Putellas (Spain, Barcelona)
• Alessia Russo (England, Arsenal)

Best Coach

Winner: Luis Enrique
Nominees:

• Xabi Alonso (Real Madrid/Bayer Leverkusen, Spain)
• Mikel Arteta (Arsenal, Spain)
• Luis Enrique (PSG, Spain)
• Hansi Flick (Barcelona, Germany)
• Enzo Maresca (Chelsea, Italy)

Best Emerging Player

Winner: Desire Doue
Nominees:

• Pau Cubarsi (Spain, Barcelona)
• Desire Doue (France, PSG)
• Arda Guler (Turkey, Real Madrid)
• Joao Neves (Portugal, PSG)
• Kenan Yildiz (Turkey, Juventus)

Other Categories

Best Men’s Club:

• Barcelona (Spain)
• Chelsea (England)
• Flamengo (Brazil)
• Liverpool (England)
• PSG (France) — Winner

Best Women’s Club:

• Arsenal (England)
• Barcelona (Spain) — Winner
• Chelsea (England)
• Juventus (Italy)

Best Midfielder:

• Jude Bellingham (England, Real Madrid)
• Joao Neves (Portugal, PSG)
• Cole Palmer (England, Chelsea)
• Pedri (Spain, Barcelona)
• Vitinha (Portugal, PSG) — Winner

Best Forward:

• Ousmane Dembele (France, PSG)
• Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Georgia, PSG)
• Kylian Mbappe (France, Real Madrid)
• Raphinha (Brazil, Barcelona)
• Lamine Yamal (Spain, Barcelona) — Winner

Best Middle East Player:

• Salem Al-Dawsari (Saudi Arabia, Al Hilal)
• Karim Benzema (France, Al Ittihad)
• Riyad Mahrez (Algeria, Al Ahly)
• Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal, Al Nassr) — Winner

Best Sporting Director:

• Luis Campos (PSG) — Winner
• Deco (Barcelona)
• Michael Edwards & Richard Hughes (Liverpool)
• Giovanni Manna (Napoli)
• Paul Winstanley & Laurence Stewart (Chelsea)

Best Agent:

• Ali Barat (UAE)
• Jorge Mendes (Portugal) — Winner
• Federico Pastorello (Italy)
• Fali Ramadani (Germany)
• Frank Trimboli (Australia)

Voting Process for the Globe Soccer Awards

The winners of the Globe Soccer Awards are determined through a two-phase voting process. The initial fan poll, held from November 19 to November 27, narrowed down the nominees to a select group of finalists. A subsequent public poll took place from December 3 to December 11, which included votes from a jury of experts. The jury’s vote accounts for 80% of the final tally, while the public vote contributes 20%. The winners are announced during the gala, held on December 28.

The categories decided through this voting process include Best Men’s Player, Best Women’s Player, Best Men’s Club, Best Women’s Club, Best Coach, Best Midfielder, Best Forward, Emerging Player, and Best Middle East Player.

Jury Composition for the Globe Soccer Awards

A 28-member jury, consisting of former players, agents, and football administrators, selected the nominees and finalists for the 2025 Globe Soccer Awards. This jury remained unchanged from the previous year, with the exception of the late Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa, former Porto sporting director, who passed away in February.

The jury features notable figures such as Ian Rush, Francesco Totti, Iker Casillas, and Luis Figo, among others, representing a diverse array of expertise within the football community.

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Published on 2025-12-28 12:00:00 • By FAME Delivered News Desk