The 2025/26 UEFA Champions League season happened to be one of the most thrilling of the competition in recent seasons. There were so many incredible individual performances that really lit up the whole competition; so many clinical finishers like Raphina and Harry Kane. 

There were also some really creative Midfielders who stood out throughout the tournament. You can think of Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, Pedri, Vintinha, and so many more players. 

Below, we've been able to list out the top 5 players that really left a mark in this season's UEFA Champions League season.

Ousmane Dembélé (Paris Saint-Germain)

Ousmane Dembélé was named the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Player of the Season. This was after what many regarded as a very stellar season, where he scored 8 goals in the competition while also creating a further 6 goals in the process, which brings his total goal contribution to 14. 

Throughout the tournament, Dembélé showcased an incredible amount of pace. His dribbling and creativity were top notch also. The highest point of his contribution in the tournament was in the finals, where he scored and assisted one in the 5:0 demolition of Inter Milan.

Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund)

Serhou Guirassy’s goal-scoring exploits in this season's UEFA Champions League competition were second to none. He scored 13 goals in the tournament, which allowed him to share the Golden Boot award with Barcelona winger Raphinha.

Guirassy became the first African player to achieve this feat in history in the Champions League. He is a consistent finisher. His intelligent positioning on the pitch gave Dortmund the right opportunity to explore opponents, winning more matches in the process.

Raphinha (Barcelona)

The Brazilian player is perhaps one of the biggest revelations of this season's Champions League. 

After a struggling first season at Barcelona under Xavi, Raphinha seemed to finally find his feet under the leadership of German coach Hansi Flick. 

The former Leeds United winger also scored 13 goals, sharing the Golden Boot award with Guirassy. Raphinha’s pace and technical skills are top-notch.

His capacity to deliver in high-pressure situations is evident in key moments throughout the Champions League campaign. 

He was a constant threat to opposition defenders. He helped push Barcelona to the Champions League semifinals, where they were knocked out by Inter Milan.

Désiré Doué (Paris Saint-Germain)

At just 19 years old, Désiré Doué was named the UEFA Champions League Young Player of the Season. When you watch Désiré Doué play, you will begin to wonder if the youngster is just 19.

The French midfielder’s maturity is absolutely impressive. His vision and ability to control tempo in midfield and attack are not something you easily see in a 19-year-old player. 

Doué contributed so much in passes that helped link defense and attack easily. He was a very vital component of PSG's title-winning squad. There's definitely a very bright future ahead for the youngster.

Marquinhos (Paris Saint-Germain)

Marquinhos was another member of the PSG title-winning side on our list. His leadership was central to PSG’s Champions League triumph.

The Brazilian captain helped to organize the backline alongside Nuno Mendes and Hakimi. He made sure the team was able to maintain a very solid defensive structure throughout the whole competition.

Marquinhos’ experience and composure are second to none. His ability to lead under pressure proved invaluable throughout the tournament.

Honorable Mentions

1. Achraf Hakimi (PSG): Made key assists and also scored some really crucial goals, including in the final.
2. Harry Kane (Bayern Munich): Kane became the third player to score 20+ Champions League goals for two clubs.
3. Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool): Defensive heroics and last-minute goals, including against Atletico Madrid.

Conclusion

The 2025/26 Champions League season showed the best of so many elite players in Europe. Dembélé, Guirassy, Raphinha, Doué, and Marquinhos were not only exceptional, they also played some important roles in their team's success throughout the tournament. These players defined the Champions League as the best club tournament in the world.

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