Ballon dor 2025 Betting Odds

Ballon d'Or odds: Who's leading the race for football's top awards?

The race for football’s most prestigious individual honour is heating up, and fans around the world are already making their Ballon d'Or predictions. With top players delivering standout performances in club and international competitions, the list of Ballon d’Or candidates is more competitive than ever.

As anticipation builds, Ballon d’Or odds continue to shift based on form, results, and headlines. Stay ahead of the game with the latest betting odds and insights into who might take home the 2025 Ballon d’Or.

What is the Ballon d’Or?

The Football Ballon d'Or (translates to ‘Football Golden Ball’) is the annual awards ceremony presented by French football magazine France Football. It was inaugurated in 1956 and continues to be the most prestigious individual award in the world’s most popular sport.

The Ballon d'Or winner is the best player of that year, according to experts. Criteria recognised include participation in all domestic and international competitions.

The Ballon d'Or 2025 ceremony is on 22 September 2025, at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, marking a shift from the previous year's event held on 28 October 2024. This year's assessment period covers performances from 1 August 2024 to 31 July 2025.

2025 Ballon d’Or winner betting market

Sportsbet.io features the Ballon d’Or as an outright betting market, showcasing up to 30 top contenders vying for football’s most prestigious individual award. With numerous high-profile competitions still underway leading up to the Ballon d’Or ceremony, player performances in these events will heavily influence their chances.

Here’s a look at the favourites to clinch the coveted title in the 2024/25 season:

Lamine Yamal – Barcelona (La Liga) / Spain national team

At just 17 years old, Lamine Yamal is on track to become the youngest Golden Ball winners in history for his contribution to Barcelona winning the La Liga, Copa del Rey, and Supercopa de España. He has a strong momentum with likely more contributions before the Ballon d’Or.

Ousmane Dembele – Paris Saint-Germain (Ligue 1) / France national team

Dembele was with PSG when they won Ligue 1, Coupe de France, and the Trophée des Champions in 2024/25. His contribution is greatly appreciated as one of the key factors to the club’s dominance in the domestic scene.

Mohamed Salah – Liverpool (English Premier League) / Egypt national team

Liverpool just won the Premier League, and Mohamed Salah is at the centre of it. Football fans were sceptical of his contract at first, but he proved that he is a key player for the team. He was the favourite for the Ballon d’Or, but Liverpool’s elimination from the Champions League put a damper on his odds. Even so, he’s still in the race and is picking up his momentum.

Raphinha – Barcelona (La Liga) / Brazil national team

Barcelona is on a roll, having won the La Liga, Copa del Rey, and Supercopa de España. Now they have Raphinha as their 2nd representative in the top 5 favourites for the Golden Ball. There are talks that this 2024/25 is Raphinha’s best season yet, and this contributed to his popularity for the Ballon d’Or.

Lautaro Martinez – Inter Milan (Serie A) / Argentina national team

Inter Milan is at the top of Serie A, and they made it to the semi-finals of Coppa Italia, but were defeated by AC Milan. It puts a damper on Martinez’s popularity, but he still has his performance at the Champions League Finals to prove his mettle.

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Former winners Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo remain in the conversation, but they are considered underdogs for the 2025 season. Fan favourites like Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane are closer to challenging the above candidates.

Erling Haaland and Bukayo Saka have surprisingly low Ballon d’Or odds despite being top picks for national team lineups. Their absences this season are likely to have brought down their participation scores, especially when they hit important league games.

How to place a bet on the 2025 Ballon d’Or at Sportsbet.io

Ballon d’Or betting is available at Sportsbet.io, and you can find it in the outrights section of the sportsbook. If you’re new to online sports betting, then follow this guide. Here are the steps to Ballon d'Or sports betting at Sportsbet.io:

From the list of players provided, choose who you think will be the winner.
Open the betslip (found on the lower right of the screen).
Input your bet in the textbox, and review the potential payout.
Click on ‘place a bet’ to finalise your wager.

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Frequently asked questions

Learn more about Ballon d’Or betting from these frequently asked questions:

What is the Ballon d'Or?

The Ballon d’Or is the award for the best football player in the world.

How to bet on the Ballon d'Or 2025 at Sportsbet.io?

Go to the outrights tab in the sportsbook, then click on ‘Ballon d’Or’. From there, the player you think will win, then set your bet size in the bet slip.

When is the Ballon d’Or 2025 ceremony?

The Ballon d’Or 2025 is scheduled for 22 September 2025.

How are Ballon d’Or 2025 candidates selected?

The candidates and winners are selected for their excellence in three criteria: individual performances, collective success, as well as sportsmanship and fair play.

Which player performances matter most in Ballon d'Or predictions?

The most important player performance considered for choosing a Ballon d’Or winner is scoring, assists, and overall contribution.

Can I bet on the Ballon d’Or 2025 with cryptocurrency?

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