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Footballers Vote: World XI Shortlists Revealed!
3 Nov
Summary
- Over 26,000 footballers voted for the men's and women's World XI.
- Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo lead with most appearances.
- Seven English players feature on the women's shortlist.
The shortlists for the prestigious Fifpro World XI have been unveiled, following a global vote by over 26,000 professional footballers. These selections represent the best male and female players, with 26 finalists now revealed for each category.
The men's shortlist includes prominent English players like Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, and Declan Rice. Historically, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo dominate the men's selections, boasting the most appearances with 18 and 16 respectively. These nominations underscore their sustained excellence in the sport.
For the women's World XI, seven English players have earned nominations: Hannah Hampton, Lucy Bronze, Alex Greenwood, Ella Toone, Aggie Beever-Jones, Chloe Kelly, and Alessia Russo. Lucy Bronze notably holds a record for appearances, having been voted into the women's team eight times since its inception in 2016. The voting period for the male players covered performances from August 4, 2025, to July 19, 2026. For the women, the performance window was from August 4, 2026, to August 16, 2026.
