Who is Commentating the 2025 Ballon d'Or Ceremony and Where to Watch It
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Who is Commentating the 2025 Ballon d'Or Ceremony and Where to Watch It
The 2025 France Football Ballon d'Or ceremony, one of the most prestigious events in world football, will take place on September 22, 2025, at 18:45 UK time. British viewers can follow the awards on multiple platforms, notably through beIN Sports channels internationally and CBS Sports Golazo Network in the United States. The event will also be available on Paramount+ in the US and Virgin Media in Ireland and the UK, ensuring wide accessibility for football fans across the globe.
For the first time, the world feed commentators at the Ballon d’Or gala will be none other than the football legend Ruud Gullit and esteemed British broadcast journalist Kate Scott (formerly Kate Abdo). This pairing provides a rich combination of expert insight and polished presentation for viewers.
Ruud Gullit is a revered former Dutch midfielder who achieved great success during his playing career, winning two UEFA Champions League titles with AC Milan in 1989 and 1990. After retiring, Gullit transitioned seamlessly into punditry and broadcasting, becoming a charismatic and respected voice in football coverage globally. His deep understanding of the game and engaging style make him an ideal presenter for an event that celebrates the best talent in football history.
Kate Scott has built an impressive career as a British presenter and commentator, known for her articulate and insightful football coverage. Currently associated with CBS Sports in the US, she brings journalistic professionalism combined with a passion for football. Her hosting duties for the Ballon d’Or make her one of the central figures of this global football celebration.
The live broadcast will be accessible via the following key channels:
- beIN Connect New Zealand – Main commentator uses the world feed with Gullit and Scott.
- beIN Sports Australia 1 HD – Main commentator from the world feed.
- beIN Sports Hong Kong 3, Indonesia 2 HD, Malaysia 2 HD, MENA English 1 HD, Philippines 2 HD, Singapore 2 HD, and Thailand 2 HD – All utilise world feed commentators.
- CBS Sports Golazo Network (US) – Presenter is Guillem Balagué, alongside the world feed commentary team.
- Paramount+ (US), Virgin Media Play (Ireland/UK), and Virgin Media Three will also broadcast using the world feed presenters.
This comprehensive coverage ensures that fans in the UK and abroad can experience the ceremony with expert insights and smooth broadcast quality.
The Ballon d'Or 2025 ceremony is hosted at the iconic Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. The event honours the best men's and women’s footballers worldwide, with nominees including stars like Jude Bellingham and Lucy Bronze. Fans keen to learn more about all nominees and the awards can often refer to official sources and football news outlets.
For further information on Ruud Gullit's remarkable career, visit Ruud Gullit's Wikipedia page. To explore more about Kate Scott's broadcasting career, check out her CBS Sports profile. For detailed coverage of the Ballon d'Or ceremony and all related football news, the official France Football website is an invaluable resource.
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