After a truly impressive season, Paris Saint-Germain shined at the Ballon d’Or awards, receiving the team of the Year award, while their coach received the Coach of the Year award. In addition, the goalkeeper of their historic UEFA Champions League victory, Gianluigi Donnarumma, won the Yachine Trophy. However, the official awards account made an unusual mistake that has already gone viral on social media.
During the ceremony, Gianluigi Donnarumma was crowned the best goalkeeper of the season after his impressive performance with PSG. However, the official Ballon d’Or account announced Emiliano Martinez as the winner in its post on X, formerly Twitter, placing the Italian in fourth place and making an unusual mistake.
Although Emiliano Martinez stands among the all-time greats with multiple Yachine Trophy wins, his recent season fell short of expectations. Aston Villa secured a sixth-place finish in the Premier League, a position some saw as a setback leading to Europa League. He even faced scrutiny for key mistakes, which fueled rumors of his departure. Ultimately, those speculations proved to be false as he continues to be a vital part of the club.
Gianluigi Donnarumma, unlike Emiliano, quickly dispelled any doubts about his standing in world soccer. As a pivotal force for PSG, the Italian goalkeeper made decisive impacts during crucial Champions League moments. While questions lingered about his ball-footing skills, he consistently showcased his importance, expertly commanding his team from the back and solidifying his role between the posts.
Who are all the winners of the Yachine Trophy in soccer history?
Since its inception in 2019, the Yachine Trophy, named after legendary goalkeeper Lev Yashin, has emerged as a prestigious accolade in international soccer. Created by France Football magazine to honor the year’s best goalkeeper, it fills a void not addressed by the longer-established Ballon d’Or, founded in 1956. Despite its brief history, the Yachine Trophy has already seen four elite players claim this coveted recognition, highlighting its growing significance in the sport.
| # | Name of the player | Yachine Trophy awards won |
| 1. | Gianluigi Donnarumma | 2-(2021, 2025) |
| 2. | Emiliano Martinez | 2-(2023, 2024) |
| 3. | Alisson Becker | 1-(2019) |
| 4. | Thibaut Courtois | 1-(2022) |
After being crowned the winner of the 2025 Yachine Trophy, Gianluigi Donnarumma becomes the trophy’s most successful winner, at just 26 years of age, alongside Emiliano Martinez. With this achievement, the Italian goalkeeper has written his name in soccer history as one of the most influential players. Now, with his arrival at Manchester City, he could add to his already historic legacy.