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How best in the world Dembele finally lived up to his potential

How best in the world Dembele finally lived up to his potential

Summary

Ousmane Dembele, a French soccer player, won the Ballon d'Or, a top individual award for male soccer players. He had a standout 2024-25 season with Paris St-Germain, helping them win multiple titles and scoring 35 goals. His performance came after struggles with injuries and consistency earlier in his career.

Key Facts

  • Ousmane Dembele won the Ballon d'Or award.
  • He joined Paris St-Germain (PSG) in August 2023 for £43.5 million.
  • Dembele's performance helped PSG achieve a treble: winning Ligue 1, Coupe de France, and the Champions League.
  • During the 2024-25 season, Dembele scored 35 goals and provided 14 assists.
  • He surpassed the achievements of top players like Mohamed Salah and Kylian Mbappe in terms of influence and goals.
  • Dembele played a new role as a "false nine," which gave him more freedom on the field.
  • PSG's coach encouraged him to be more focused on scoring after Kylian Mbappe left the team for Real Madrid.
  • Dembele had dealt with past challenges like injuries and consistency before excelling in his new position.
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