Reports have revealed that a former Man United player has been included on the Ballon d’Or 2025 nomination list.
Former Man United midfielder Scott McTominay has reportedly earned a surprise nomination for the 2025 Ballon d’Or.
The 28-year-old Scottish international is reportedly being recognised for his standout performances during the 2024/2025 season, both at club and international level.
McTominay played a crucial role in Napoli’s campaign, delivering consistent performances in midfield. His combination of physicality, tactical awareness, and goal-scoring ability proved vital across multiple competitions.
At the international level, McTominay was instrumental in Scotland’s performances at EURO 2024, where his leadership and impact in key moments helped elevate the team.
When would the Ballon d’Or 2025 nominees be announced?
The full list of nominees for the Ballon d’Or awards has been confirmed by the organisers for Thursday, August 7, 2025.
The Ballon d’Or nomination list is expected to include footballers who had impressed at both club and international level for the 2024/2025 season.
How much money do Ballon d’Or winners get?
There is no direct monetary benefit that the Ballon d’Or winners get from France Football, but players have pocketed huge sums as bonuses – mainly as part of their contracts with clubs and sponsors.
What is the criteria for 2025 Ballon d’Or awards nomination?
The 2025 Ballon d’Or will be awarded based on three key criteria: individual performance, team achievements, and sportsmanship. Individual performance highlights a player’s skill, impact, and influence during matches.
Team achievements factor in the trophies won with both club and country. Sportsmanship evaluates a player’s fair play and overall conduct, as noted by UEFA.com.
The award ceremony is scheduled to take place on September 22, 2025 in Paris.
