The 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony takes place this Monday, September 22, at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, where the world’s best football player will be crowned. Fans across the globe are eager to find out who takes home the prestigious golden trophy — and here we explain how to watch the event live for free on TV and online.
A combination of two pictures made on September 22, 2025 shows the top favourites to win the 2025 Ballon d'Or award (LtoR) Paris Saint-Germain's French forward Ousmane Dembele (picture taken in East Rutherford, New Jersey on July 13, 2025) and Barcelona's Spanish forward Lamine Yamal (picture taken in Bareclona on July 16, 2025). Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembele is tipped to hold off Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal and win the men's Ballon d'Or on September 22, 2025, .
The cream of world football will gather at the Theatre du Chatelet in central Paris to discover who will be the latest winners of an award dominated for so long by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. (Photo by AFP)
Ballon d’Or 2025 TV Channel
For fans in South America, ESPN will broadcast the Ballon d’Or 2025 live on its conventional TV signal. This makes it accessible to millions of viewers who want to follow the red carpet arrivals and the full ceremony.
Ballon d’Or 2025 Live Streaming Online
The event will also be available via Disney Plus, the official streaming partner. Through the app, subscribers can watch the gala live on any device, from smartphones to smart TVs.
The Ballon d’Or 2025 ceremony takes place at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, celebrating the best football player in the world. (Photo: Getty Images)
How to Watch the Ceremony for Free
Some cable and satellite TV providers offer ESPN as part of their standard packages, which allows viewers to watch the Ballon d’Or 2025 live without additional cost. Meanwhile, Disney Plus offers free trials in certain regions, which could give fans the chance to follow the ceremony online at no charge.
Ballon d’Or 2025 Start Time
- Peru, Colombia, Ecuador: 2:00 p.m.
- Mexico: 1:00 p.m.
- USA (ET): 3:00 p.m.
- Argentina, Chile: 4:00 p.m.
- Spain: 9:00 p.m.
Who Are the Main Nominees?
This year’s favorites include young sensation Lamine Yamal (Barcelona), Ousmane Dembélé (PSG), Vitinha (PSG), and Cole Palmer (Chelsea). The full list of 30 nominees will be revealed during the ceremony, with one name crowned as the best footballer in the world.
About the Ballon d’Or
The Ballon d’Or is awarded annually by France Football to the best male and female football players in the world. Since its creation in 1956, it has become the most prestigious individual award in football, celebrating brilliance, consistency, and unforgettable performances.
