The 5 Epic Moments That Earned PSG the World’s Best Team Award at the 2026 Ballon d’Or
Luis Enrique’s PSG emerged as the world’s top team after delivering these unforgettable performances.
Paris Saint-Germain cemented its dominance in world football with a historic season defined by trophies, unforgettable European nights, and the continued growth of Luis Enrique’s project. Here are the five key moments that explain why the Parisian club arrived at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony as one of the leading forces in world football.
5. PSG DEFEATS MARSEILLE TO WIN THE FRENCH SUPER CUP
On January 8, 2026, Paris Saint-Germain once again proved its strength in high-pressure moments by winning the Trophée des Champions against fierce rivals Olympique de Marseille. After an entertaining 2-2 draw over 90 minutes, the Parisians secured a 4-1 victory in the penalty shootout, boosting their confidence and starting the year with another trophy in their cabinet.
4. PSG SECURES A FIFTH CONSECUTIVE LIGUE 1 TITLE
Consistency was also a key factor in Paris Saint-Germain’s dominance. On May 13, 2026, the club clinched its fifth consecutive Ligue 1 title and the 14th in its history with a 2-0 away victory over RC Lens. Goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Ibrahim Mbaye sealed the triumph, confirming PSG’s superiority in French football and the consistency of the project led by head coach Luis Enrique.
3. A HISTORIC SEXTUPLE AND THE WORLD CROWN
On December 17, 2025, Paris Saint-Germain reached a new level by winning the FIFA Intercontinental Cup for the first time. The French side defeated Flamengo in a dramatic penalty shootout in Qatar, completing a historic six-trophy haul in the 2025 calendar year. The triumph expanded PSG’s international trophy collection and confirmed that the club’s ambitions extended far beyond dominating French and European football.
2. THE EPIC BATTLE AGAINST BAYERN MUNICH
The road to European glory featured one of its toughest tests in the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League semifinals. In the first leg at the Parc des Princes, Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in an attacking spectacle featuring nine goals. The 1-1 draw in Germany then secured PSG’s place in the final. The two-legged showdown showcased the Parisians’ ability to perform under immense pressure against one of Europe’s biggest clubs.
1. BACK-TO-BACK UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TITLES
The defining moment arrived on May 30, 2026. At the Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Paris Saint-Germain defeated Arsenal in a dramatic final that ended 1-1 after regulation and extra time. The Parisians prevailed 4-3 in the penalty shootout to retain their European crown. With this triumph, Luis Enrique’s side turned its continental dominance into a historic achievement, capping a campaign that elevated PSG to the pinnacle of world football.
PSG'S KEYS TO SUCCESS AT THE 2026 BALLON D'OR
- 🏆 BACK-TO-BACK EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS: Defeated Arsenal on penalties to retain the UEFA Champions League title.
- 🌍 GLOBAL DOMINANCE: Completed a historic sextuple in 2025 and lifted the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.
- 🔥 FRENCH FOOTBALL SUPREMACY: Won their fifth consecutive Ligue 1 title and defeated Marseille to claim the French Super Cup.
