The top scorer of both the Brasileirão and the Copa do Brasil rightfully earned a prestigious spot in the Ballon D’OneFootball.
Kaio Jorge from Cruzeiro finished in 2nd place in our rankings due to his impressive goal tally.
This award, presented by Brazilian journalists from OneFootball, recognizes players showcasing outstanding performances throughout 2025 in various competitions across Brazil.
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We will unveil one name each day leading up to December 25, when the overall winner of the Ballon D’OneFootball 2025 will be revealed.
3rd – Vitor Roque, forward for Palmeiras
4th – Matheus Pereira, midfielder for Cruzeiro
5th РL̩o Pereira, defender for Flamengo
6th – Reinaldo, left-back for Mirassol
7th – Rayan, forward for Vasco
8th – Flaco López, forward for Palmeiras
9th – Jorginho, midfielder for Flamengo
10th – Thiago Silva, defender for Fluminense
Care to guess who nabbed 1st place? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Made for the Few
Kaio Jorge concluded the 2025 Brasileirão as the undeniable top scorer, netting 21 goals.
In the Copa do Brasil, he was among the highest scorers, tied with Rayan from Vasco, each with five goals.
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Only three players have topped the scoring charts in both competitions within the same year: Gabigol (Santos, 2018), Hulk (Atlético-MG, 2021), and Cano (Fluminense, 2022).
Cruzeiro excelled in both tournaments, largely thanks to Kaio Jorge’s crucial goals.
First Opportunity with the National Team
Kaio Jorge’s outstanding form at Cruzeiro led to his selection for the Brazilian National Team.
He was called up for the FIFA window in September when Brazil faced Chile and Bolivia in World Cup qualifiers.
The primary responsibility of a striker is to score, and he is doing just that. He’s the leading scorer in the Brazilian Championship, young yet experienced, having also played in Italy.
Carlo Ancelotti, regarding Kaio Jorge’s call-up
During the match against Chile at Maracanã, the Cruzeiro forward contributed significantly during his 20 minutes on the pitch, helping set up Brazil’s second goal.
Shone in the Derbies
A highlight for Kaio Jorge in 2025 was his performance in derbies, particularly in the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil.
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Cruzeiro progressed by winning both matches 2-0, with the 23-year-old scoring three out of four goals in the tie.
He also made a significant impact in key matches during the Brasileirão, scoring in victories over Flamengo and Palmeiras at Mineirão, including two goals against the latter.
A Season to Remember
After a challenging period in Europe, Kaio Jorge’s time at Cruzeiro marks a revitalization in his career.
The 2025 season solidified his comeback, culminating in a total of 26 goals throughout the year.
This tally surpasses the total goals he scored during his previous stints at all his former clubs combined.
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In total, he found the net 20 times over his time with Santos, Juventus (ITA), and Frosinone (ITA).
This article was translated to English using Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.
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