Overview
- FIFPRO published shortlists of 26 players for both the men’s and women’s World 11 based on performances from July 2024 through August 2025.
- FIFPRO reports more than 26,000 professional players from 68 countries voted, though some coverage cites a lower figure of just over 20,000.
- FC Barcelona leads representation with five women’s finalists (Aitana Bonmatí, Ona Batlle, Patri Guijarro, Alexia Putellas, Vicky López) and four men’s finalists (Pau Cubarsí, Pedri, Raphinha, Lamine Yamal.
- Veteran stars such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modrić feature among the men’s finalists alongside current standouts including Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland.
- Eligibility required at least 30 official matches for men and 20 for women, with the final XI set as 1 goalkeeper, 3 defenders, 3 midfielders, 3 forwards, plus the highest‑voted remaining outfield player.