BIO

Fabián Ruiz was born on April 3, 1996, in Los Palacios y Villafranca, Spain. A Spanish national, he operates as a central midfielder for Paris Saint-Germain. His club honors include the Segunda División with Real Betis (2015), the Coppa Italia with Napoli (2020), plus four Ligue 1 titles, two Coupes de France, and two UEFA Champions League trophies (2025, 2026) with PSG. Individually, he was named the UEFA Euro U21 Golden Player in 2019. Ruiz has earned 50 caps and 7 goals for Spain, winning the 2023 Nations League, Euro 2024, and the 2026 World Cup.

His 2025-2026 season:

Achievements

45 matches, 3 goals, 6 assists, 4 yellow cards, 0 red card, 1 World Cup, 1 Champions League, 1 Intercontinental Cup, 1 European Super Cup, 1 Ligue 1, 1 French Super Cup

Performance and Ballon d'Or Criteria

  • Technical press-resistance: Ruiz demonstrates exceptional technical composure under high-intensity pressure, utilizing his physical frame to shield the ball while maintaining fluid possession.

  • Tactical orchestrator: He serves as a vital link between defense and attack, providing a balance of creative vision and defensive positioning that anchors the midfield structure.

  • Tournament impact: The midfielder consistently delivers high-level performances in major international competitions, often contributing crucial goals and providing essential tactical balance.

Efficiency Statistics

  • Unbeaten International Record: Ruiz reached 50 senior caps for Spain following the 2026 World Cup final without ever losing a match, recording 35 wins and 15 draws.

  • Elite Passing Efficiency: During Spain's 2026 World Cup campaign, Ruiz anchored a midfield unit that achieved a 90% pass accuracy, the joint-highest in the competition.

  • Ballon d'Or Recognition: Following his consistent excellence for Paris Saint-Germain, Ruiz was officially ranked 24th in the 2025 Ballon d'Or standings.