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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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