Ousmane Dembélé’s name is now etched among football’s immortals. After winning the 2025 Ballon d’Or, the Paris Saint-Germain forward joined an exclusive group of legends who have achieved what many call the sport’s “holy trinity”: lifting the Ballon d’Or, winning a World Cup, and conquering the Champions League.

How Did Dembélé Reach This Milestone?

The Frenchman was the standout figure of last season, guiding Luis Enrique’s PSG to an unprecedented quadruple. Reborn as a central striker, Dembélé delivered his most prolific campaign yet: 35 goals across all competitions, numbers that propelled him to the most prestigious individual award in world football.

His triumph in Paris also represents redemption. Once plagued by injuries that stalled his rise in Europe, the now 28-year-old finally produced the season that confirmed his immense potential, emerging as PSG’s leader and offensive talisman.

Who Else Belongs to This Exclusive Club?

With Dembélé’s achievement, just ten players in history have managed to win the Ballon d’Or, the World Cup, and the Champions League:

• Bobby Charlton
• Franz Beckenbauer
• Gerd Müller
• Paolo Rossi
• Zinedine Zidane
• Rivaldo
• Ronaldinho
• Kaká
• Lionel Messi
• Ousmane Dembélé

What Does This Mean for His Legacy?

By reaching this triple crown, the PSG forward now stands alongside some of football’s greatest icons. It cements his place on a pedestal reserved only for legends, proving that after years of setbacks and doubts, Dembélé’s career has finally reached the status of truly historic.