The 2026 FIFPRO Men’s and Women’s World 11 have been revealed, recognising the outstanding performers chosen by more than 26,000 professional footballers worldwide.
From a legend making a record-extending return to two teenagers earning recognition from their peers, FIFPRO rounds up the numbers behind this year’s teams.
Three players make their World 11 debuts in 2026: David Raya, Pau Cubarsi and Claudia Pina.
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David Raya W11 (1)
Lucy Bronze sets a new record with her ninth Women’s World 11 appearance. France defender Wendie Renard is her closest challenger with seven selections.
Just 10 goalkeepers have featured in the Men’s World 11 since its launch in 2005. David Raya joins Iker Casillas (5), Manuel Neuer (4), Gianluigi Buffon (3), Alisson Becker (2), Thibaut Courtois (2), Gianluigi Donnarumma (2), Dida (1), David de Gea (1) and Ederson (1).
Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsi are both just 19, underlining the emergence of a new generation among football’s elite. Yamal is the first player to win a second World 11 selection while still a teenager.
Lamine Yamal W11 Landscape
England is the most represented nation in Women’s World 11 history, with 33 appearances since 2015. Lucy Bronze leads the way with nine, followed by Keira Walsh, Millie Bright, Alex Greenwood and Alessia Russo with three each.
Spain holds the record for the most Men’s World 11 appearances, with 53 selections across 17 players. David Raya and Pau Cubarsi join that list with their first selections in 2026, following in the footsteps of compatriots Sergio Ramos (11), Andres Iniesta (9), Xavi Hernandez (6), Iker Casillas (5), Gerard Pique (4), Carles Puyol (3), Xabi Alonso (2), Fernando Torres (2), Lamine Yamal (2), Rodri (2), David Villa (1), David de Gea (1), Thiago Alcantara (1), Dani Carvajal (1) and Pedri (1).
A total of 155 players have earned a place in the Men’s and Women’s World 11: 95 in the men’s team since 2005 and 60 in the women’s team since 2015.
2007
The year Lionel Messi first earned a place in the World 11 was also the year fellow 2026 winners Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsi were born.
2017
Irene Paredes’ previous Women’s World 11 appearance came in 2017. The Spain defender returns to the team nine years later.
9,105
Kylian Mbappe received 9,105 votes, more than any other outfield player in the 2026 Men’s World 11 voting. Aitana Bonmati led the Women’s World 11 voting with 3,083 votes.
26,317
A total of 26,317 professional footballers from 75 countries voted for the 2026 FIFPRO World 11 – the only global football award decided exclusively by professional players.
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