This week in Doha, football's brightest stars lit up the stage at the FIFA Best Awards. Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele clinched the men's top prize, adding to his Ballon d'Or victory from September.
The 28-year-old edged PSG teammate Kylian Mbappe and young sensation Lamine Yamal after guiding PSG to their first-ever Champions League triumph. The French side overcame three English Premier League opponents en route to the final, where they secured a resounding 5-0 win over Inter Milan.
Dembele scored 35 goals across all competitions last season and played a pivotal role as PSG swept every domestic trophy in France. After an inconsistent spell at Barcelona, his 2023 move to Paris has revitalised his career.
"I'm proud of what we've achieved," Dembele said, "and I'm determined to keep this momentum going as we look ahead to the 2026 World Cup."
In the women's category, Spanish midfield maestro Aitana Bonmati claimed top honours, capping off a stellar season with Barcelona and the national team.
As fans celebrate these individual accolades, both Dembele and Bonmati embody the resilience and excellence driving football forward on the global stage.
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