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FULL LIST: Messi, Mbappe headline 2026 FIFPRO World XI as Kane, Ronaldo miss out

FULL LIST: Messi, Mbappe headline 2026 FIFPRO World XI as Kane, Ronaldo miss out
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FIFPRO has unveiled its 2026 Men's World XI, featuring a selection of top global football talent. The list was finalized following a shortlist of 26 players and was announced publicly on Monday.
Context & Background
  • ✦The FIFPRO World XI is a prestigious annual recognition of the best-performing football players globally.
  • ✦The selection process involved narrowing down a shortlist of 26 candidates to the final starting line-up.
Key Figures & Named Entities
Lamine Yamal and Rodrigo Hernandez:Recognized as World Cup winners included in the XI.Harry Kane:2026 Ballon d’Or winner who was excluded from the final list.
Outlook & Next Steps
The list is now public, and the players named will be recognized as the official FIFPRO World XI for the 2026 season.
Key Takeaways
AI Summary
  • ✦FIFPRO has officially released the 2026 Men's World XI, selected from a shortlist of 26 players.
  • ✦World Cup winners Lamine Yamal and Rodrigo Hernandez were included in the final squad.
  • ✦Notable omissions from the 2026 World XI include 2026 Ballon d’Or winner Harry Kane.
Key Facts:Monday: FIFPRO announced the 2026 Men's World XI via a tweet.26 players: The final squad was selected from a total of 26 shortlisted players.
Editorial Excerpt

The 2026 FIFPRO Men's World XI has been released, out of a total of 26 players shortlisted for the starting line-up. This was disclosed in a tweet by FIFPRO on Monday.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Story

Who are the attackers named in the 2026 FIFPRO Men's World XI?

The attackers are Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, Lamine Yamal, and Erling Haaland.

Was Harry Kane included in the 2026 FIFPRO Men's World XI?

No, despite winning the 2026 Ballon d’Or, Harry Kane was notably absent from the list.

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