France have now officially drawn level with Argentina for the most Ballon d’Or wins in history, each nation boasting eight total victories after Ousmane Dembele secured the 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or. Dembele’s win marks a historic moment, capping a standout season with Paris Saint-Germain in which he played a pivotal role in their Champions League triumph and domestic double.
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France’s Historic Tie with Argentina
- France and Argentina are now tied with eight Ballon d’Or wins each, the most for any country in the award’s history. Dembele is the sixth different French player to win the Ballon d’Or, highlighting France’s diverse contribution compared to Argentina’s more Messi-centric tally.
- Other French winners include Raymond Kopa, Michel Platini, Jean-Pierre Papin, Zinedine Zidane, and Karim Benzema.
Ousmane Dembele’s Winning Season
- Dembele was named UEFA Champions League Player of the Season as PSG won their first European title and achieved a domestic double.
- He finished the club season with 37 goals and 15 assists, leading both in the league and the Champions League. His individual Ballon d’Or caps a dramatic resurgence after several inconsistent years in his career.
Also Read: Ballon d’Or 2025 Awards Men’s and Women’s list
Ballon d’Or Country Stats Table
| Country | Total Ballon d’Ors | Notable Winners |
| France | 8 | Platini, Zidane, Benzema, Dembele |
| Argentina | 8 | Messi (8 times) |
Dembele’s achievement is not only a personal triumph but a significant marker in football history, placing France alongside Argentina at the pinnacle of global football’s most prestigious individual award.
