Gianluigi Donnarumma has been named the 2025 Best FIFA Men's Goalkeeper. He won the award after a stellar season with PSG and Manchester City.
What happened?
Donnarumma's achievements with PSG included winning the Champions League, Ligue 1, Coupe de France, and Trophee des Champions. He also finished as runner-up in the FIFA Club World Cup.
He has continued to impress since joining Manchester City, helping the team climb to second place in the Premier League and surge into the top four in the Champions League group phase.
Donnarumma's reaction
Donnarumma expressed his pride at winning the award, saying: "It is a great honour to win this prestigious award and I would like to thank everybody who voted for me."
He also thanked his teammates and coaches for their support, adding that he feels "extremely proud to have been named as the best in the world" ahead of other top goalkeepers.
What comes next?
Donnarumma is set to feature for Manchester City again, looking to continue his excellent form and help the team achieve success in the Premier League and Champions League.
He has already been named in the 2025 FIFPRO Men’s World 11 and won the Yashin Trophy at the Ballon d’Or ceremony, cementing his status as one of the world's top goalkeepers.
Career highlights
Donnarumma's win is a testament to his hard work and dedication to his craft. He has consistently performed at a high level, earning him recognition from fans, coaches, and journalists around the world.
His achievements serve as an inspiration to young goalkeepers everywhere, showing that with talent, determination, and a strong work ethic, anything is possible.