The nominees for the 2026 FIFPRO Men’s World XI have officially been announced, with some of the biggest names in world football making the 26-player shortlist.

The list features several superstars who have impressed for their clubs and national teams during the eligibility period. Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal are among the headline names nominated for the prestigious award.

The FIFPRO Men’s World XI is voted for exclusively by professional footballers, who select the players they believe delivered the best performances during the assessment period.

Full List of 2026 FIFPRO

Men’s World XI Nominees

Goalkeepers

Thibaut Courtois
Emiliano Martínez
David Raya
Defenders
Pau Cubarsí
Marc Cucurella
Virgil van Dijk
Gabriel
Achraf Hakimi
Nuno Mendes
William Saliba
Dayot Upamecano

Midfielders

Jude Bellingham
Bruno Fernandes
Enzo Fernández
Pedri
Declan Rice
Rodrigo Hernández (Rodri)
Vitinha

Attackers

Erling Haaland
Harry Kane
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
Kylian Mbappé
Lionel Messi
Michael Olise
Cristiano Ronaldo
Lamine Yamal

When will the 2026 FIFPRO Men’s World XI Be Announced?

The final 2026 FIFPRO Men’s World XI will be announced on November 9, 2026. The team will consist of a goalkeeper, three defenders, three midfielders, three forwards and one additional outfield player with the next-highest vote total.