Lost the "Ballon d'Or" and left out of the best 11, fans declare Rafinha the 'Best Player' for 2025

In a fierce competition for the 433rd "Player of the Year" title, Rafinha has emerged victorious, triumphing over Kylian Mbappe after a fierce battle that filled digital platforms with more than 50 million votes.

After a long period of nominations and much discussion, football fans managed to make the Brazilian's victory possible, declaring him the winner of the prestigious "433 Player of the Year" title for 2025.

Rafinha, who plays for Barcelona, ​​was part of one of the most successful teams in global football this season. However, what made him shine this year was not only his contribution on the pitch, but also his strong connection with the fans and his commitment to always giving his best.

58% of the votes were in favor of Rafinha, over Mbappe, with the Brazilian missing out on the "Ballon d'Or", "FIFA The Best" and being left out of the "FIFA Pro" best 11.

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