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Ousmane Dembele has been named the UEFA Champions League Player of the Season after leading Paris Saint-Germain to their historic first European title. The forward scored vital goals against top clubs like Manchester City and Arsenal, solidifying his dominance in the competition. His teammate, Desire Doue, also earned accolades as the Young Player of the Season for his stunning performances, especially in the final. PSG's triumph was further highlighted with seven of their players named in the Team of the Season, showcasing their collective strength.

Key Points: Dembele Shines as PSG Secures First UCL Triumph

  • Ousmane Dembele awarded UCL Player of the Season for PSG
  • Scored key goals, including hat-trick at Stuttgart
  • Desire Doue named UCL Young Player of the Season
  • PSG dominates Team of the Season with seven players
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Dembele named UCL Player of the Season following PSG's maiden triumph

Ousmane Dembele wins UCL Player of the Season, leading PSG to a historic first title.

"I have dreamt of playing in the Champions League, this great competition. - Ousmane Dembele"

New Delhi, June 1

Paris Saint-Germain's Ousmane Dembele has been named the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League Player of the Season by UEFA’s Technical Observer group after the Frenchman made a vital contribution in his team’s run to their maiden European triumph.

The 28-year-old has been outstanding throughout the campaign and was the leading scorer in the competition for Luis Enrique's side with eight goals. Those included a crucial strike to start a dramatic turnaround against Manchester City on Matchday 7, a hat-trick at Stuttgart on Matchday 8, and winning efforts away to both Liverpool and Arsenal in the knockout phase.

"Ever since I was very small, since I first started playing football, I have dreamt of playing in the Champions League, this great competition. It was incredible to reach the final and it's even more incredible to win it. It's an unbelievable feeling. I am proud of the journey we went on. I am proud of everything I have done throughout my career to achieve this result. It's magnificent,” said Dembele.

His teammate Desire Doue has been named the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League Young Player of the Season. The 19-year-old struck at Salzburg in the league phase and in front of his home fans against Brest and Aston Villa in the knockout phase, but it was his history-making display in the final that truly captured everyone's attention.

"I can't believe what happened: we made history for the club in French football, in European football. It was a great season. We're a great team collectively, and we showed it. I still have to realise that we won the Champions League and rewrote the history of this club. It's just magnificent,” said Doue.

The Technical Observers Group also named the team of the season, which included seven Paris Saint Germain players, Barcelona wing duo of Raphinha and Lamine Yamal. Finalists Inter Milan’s Alessandro Bastoni and Arsenal’s Declan Rice also made the cut.

Team of the Season:

- Gianluigi Donnarumma (Paris Saint-Germain)

- Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint-Germain)

- Marquinhos (Paris Saint-Germain)

- Alessandro Bastoni (Inter)

- Nuno Mendes (Paris Saint-Germain)

- Vitinha (Paris Saint-Germain)

- Declan Rice (Arsenal)

- Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)

- Désiré Doué (Paris Saint-Germain)

- Ousmane Dembélé (Paris Saint-Germain)

- Raphinha (Barcelona)

- IANS

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Rahul K.
What a season for Dembele! 🎉 Finally showing his true potential after leaving Barcelona. PSG's investment paid off big time. Hope to see more such performances in future UCL seasons. The young Doue looks like a superstar in making too!
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Priya M.
As an Indian football fan, it's heartening to see PSG finally win UCL after so many attempts. But honestly, the team of season selection seems biased towards PSG players. Some Arsenal and Inter players deserved more recognition for their performances.
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Amit S.
Dembele's journey is inspirational! From being injury-prone to UCL Player of the Season. Shows what hard work can achieve. Meanwhile, Lamine Yamal at just 17 in team of season - what a talent! Future of football looks bright 🌟
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Sunita R.
Watching UCL final at 1:30 AM was worth it! âš½ The energy of PSG players was amazing. Hope Indian football can learn from such European clubs about player development. Our ISL needs this level of professionalism.
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Vikram J.
While PSG deserves credit, let's not forget they had relatively easier knockout opponents compared to other years. Would love to see how they perform next season against tougher competition. Still, congrats to Dembele - his turnaround has been remarkable.
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Neha P.
The young players in Team of Season give me hope! Doue (19), Yamal (17) - such amazing talents. Meanwhile in India, we're still struggling with basic infrastructure. When will we produce world-class footballers? 🤔

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