Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé has been named Ligue 1's Player of the Season for the second consecutive year, a fitting honor for a player who continues to shine in the French top flight. The award, announced late Monday night, extends PSG's remarkable streak to 10 straight seasons of having a player claim the prize—a run that began with Kylian Mbappé's five-year dominance before his move to Real Madrid.
Dembélé's latest accolade comes after a standout campaign last season, where he netted 21 league goals and went on to win the prestigious Ballon d'Or. This year, however, has been more challenging due to injuries, with the forward scoring 10 goals in limited action. Coach Luis Enrique has managed his minutes carefully, starting him in just nine league games, but Dembélé's impact remains undeniable—especially on the European stage.
In the Champions League, Dembélé has been a key figure for PSG as they chase a second straight title. His early goal in the semifinal second leg against Bayern Munich secured a 1-1 draw and a 6-5 aggregate victory, setting up a final clash with Premier League leader Arsenal on May 30. It's a testament to his ability to deliver in high-pressure moments, even when not at full fitness.
The PSG dominance extends beyond Dembélé, as teammate Désiré Doué was voted the league's best young player for the second year running. The 20-year-old forward's decisive goal against Brest on Sunday moved PSG to the brink of a record-extending 14th league title. With a six-point lead over second-placed Lens and a vastly superior goal difference, PSG needs only a draw in their rescheduled match at Lens on Wednesday to clinch the crown.
Elsewhere, Lens manager Pierre Sage took home the best coach award after transforming his side into surprise title contenders in his first season, operating with far fewer resources than cash-rich PSG. Goalkeeper Robin Risser also earned recognition for Lens, while Haiti playmaker Melchie Dumornay was named best women's player for OL Lyonnes, who are chasing a quadruple this season.
For fans of the beautiful game, Dembélé's back-to-back honors highlight a player who, despite injury setbacks, remains a force to be reckoned with—both in Ligue 1 and on the continental stage. As PSG gear up for a Champions League final, all eyes will be on their star forward to see if he can add another trophy to his growing collection.