Fresh off his crowning moment at the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris, Ousmane Dembélé is set to take football’s most prestigious individual prize on an African tour, celebrating his triumph with fans across the continent.

The Paris Saint-Germain forward, who beat Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal to the award on Monday, September 22, will showcase the trophy in countries tied to his heritage, including Senegal, Mali, and Mauritania.

“This Is the Ballon d’Or for All of Africa" his mother, Fatimata asserted.

The announcement came via a heartfelt video from Dembélé’s mother, Fatimata, who expressed immense pride and emphasized the symbolic weight of the win:

“We’re going to take it everywhere—Waly, Senegal. This is the Ballon d’Or for all of Africa,” she declared.

Born in Vernon, Normandy, Dembélé’s roots span Mauritania and Senegal through his mother, and Mali through his father. His victory hasbeen embraced not just in France, but across Africa as a moment of continental pride.

While exact dates and stops are yet to be confirmed, the tour is expected to begin in Senegal, with additional events planned in Mauritania, Mali, and potentially other African nations. The gesture is being hailed as a celebration of African excellence and a tribute to the continent’s growing influence in global football.