BREAKING: Cristiano OUT Ronaldo As Messi Make 2026 FIFPRO World 11 [SEE FULL LIST]
Former Portuguese captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has been left out of the 2026 FIFPRO Men’s World 11, while his longtime rival, Lionel Messi, secured a place in the team.
The Genius Media Nigeria reports that the list, which recognises the best-performing footballers during the 2025/26 season, was unveiled by FIFPRO on Monday, November 9, across its digital platforms.
A total of 19,806 male footballers from 73 countries took part in the voting to select the team.
Spain emerged as the country with the highest number of representatives, producing four players in the final selection.
They include Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya, Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsí, Manchester City midfielder Rodri and Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal.
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) also had a strong presence, with defenders Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes making the team alongside midfielder Vitinha.
Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham completes the midfield selection alongside Rodri and Vitinha.
In attack, Messi joins Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Yamal.
FIFPRO explained that players were assessed based on their performances between August 4, 2025, and July 19, 2026. To qualify for the selection, players must have made at least 30 official appearances during the assessment period.
Established in 2005, the FIFPRO World 11 remains the only global football award voted for exclusively by professional players.
