Cristiano Ronaldo Named Finalist for 2025 Globe Soccer Awards

Globe Soccer Awards 2025 Finalist — Finalists for Major Global Awards Revealed Ahead of Dubai Ceremony

The anticipation for the 16th edition of the Globe Soccer Awards has reached a fever pitch following the announcement of the grand finalists. After more than 30 million public votes were cast by football fans across the globe, the shortlists for the most prestigious honors in the sport are now set. The winners will be crowned at a spectacular ceremony on December 28, 2025, at the Atlantis The Royal hotel in Dubai.

One of the biggest headlines of the event is the confirmed attendance of Cristiano Ronaldo. The legendary Portugal and Al-Nassr forward remains a central figure in the awards, proving his enduring influence on the world stage.

Ronaldo Nominated for Best Middle East Player

Cristiano Ronaldo headlines the finalists for the Best Middle East Player category. His performance in the Saudi Pro League has kept him at the forefront of the game, and he will compete against a group of elite stars who have also made significant impacts in the region. The other finalists in this category include:

Salem Al-Dawsari of Al Hilal

Karim Benzema of Al-Ittihad

Riyad Mahrez of Al-Ahli

Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona Lead Global Categories

The global shortlists reflect a year of dominance for several European giants. Paris Saint-Germain, coming off a highly successful season, features heavily in the Best Men’s Player category with Ousmane Dembélé and Vitinha. They face stiff competition from Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé, as well as Barcelona stars Raphinha and the teenage sensation Lamine Yamal.

In the Best Men’s Club category, the finalists represent the pinnacle of club football. The list includes:

Al-Ahly

FC Barcelona

Chelsea

Flamengo

Liverpool

Paris Saint-Germain

Managerial and Tactical Excellence

The Best Coach award will be a contest between some of the most innovative minds in football today. The finalists are:

Xabi Alonso from Real Madrid

Mikel Arteta of Arsenal

Luis Enrique from Paris Saint-Germain

Hansi Flick of FC Barcelona

Enzo Maresca from Chelsea

The Road to the Ceremony

The final winners will be decided through a combination of the global fan vote and the Globe Soccer Jury, which consists of iconic football figures such as Marcello Lippi, Francesco Totti, Iker Casillas, and Luis Figo. With the presence of Cristiano Ronaldo and a host of other world-class talents, the Dubai ceremony is poised to be an unforgettable celebration of the beautiful game.