Haaland Lands at No. 26 in 2025 Golden Ball Ranking
PARIS – Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has been ranked 26th in the 2025 Ballon d’Or standings, as revealed in live updates from the awards ceremony on September 22, 2025. The announcement adds to the unfolding drama surrounding this year’s prestigious football award, with anticipation building to see who will ultimately claim the title between rising stars lamine Yamal and Ousmane Dembélé.
The Ballon d’Or, awarded annually to the best football player in the world, carries immense weight within the sport, influencing player market value, legacy, and national pride. This year’s competition is especially compelling, pitting established talent against a new generation of players poised to dominate the game. The ranking of Haaland, a prolific goalscorer, sets a benchmark as the ceremony progresses and further placements are revealed, ultimately culminating in the crowning of the 2025 winner.
