Ousmane Dembélé sparks Ballon d’Or enthusiasm after PSG’s Super Cup heroics

Ousmane Dembélé has strengthened his case for the Ballon d’Or after delivering a decisive performance in Paris Saint-Germain’s dramatic Super Cup victory over Tottenham Hotspur. The French forward, who played every minute of the match, provided the crucial assist that sealed PSG’s comeback and reignited debate about his status among the world’s elite.

Comeback Victory for PSG

Facing the Europa League champions, PSG found themselves trailing 2–0 after Micky van de Ven scored just before halftime and Cristian Romero doubled the lead early in the second half. For much of the match, the Ligue 1 champions looked out of rhythm, still adjusting after a busy summer that included the Club World Cup.

The momentum shifted when Lee Kang-in reduced the deficit, followed by Gonçalo Ramos’ equaliser the latter coming from a perfectly timed Dembélé assist. The match went to penalties, where PSG prevailed to lift their first trophy of the new season.

A Season of Silverware

Dembélé’s impact in the Super Cup follows a stellar 2024/25 campaign in which he led PSG to four major trophies, including the Champions League. His consistency in decisive matches has been a key talking point among fans and pundits alike.

Social Media Backs Ballon d’Or Push

The win sparked an outpouring of praise online. One X (formerly Twitter) user declared: “Dembélé deserves the Ballon d’Or. Decisive in every important match.” Another added: “Dembélé’s assist… Ballon d’Or guaranteed.” Such comments have fueled speculation that the winger could be among the frontrunners when voting for football’s most prestigious individual award begins.

With the season just underway and Dembélé already making headlines, his Ballon d’Or campaign is off to a flying start.