FIFPro 2025 Men’s World XI Nominees Revealed — The Bureau News Reports on Nigeria News Today
By Queen Madaki | The Bureau News
Football lovers across the globe are buzzing as FIFPro officially announced the 26-man shortlist for the 2025 FIFPro Men’s World XI, one of football’s most prestigious awards celebrating the finest talents on the planet. The Bureau News reports that the global players’ union released the names on Monday through its verified X handle, confirming the nominees across goalkeeping, defensive, midfield, and attacking roles.
Global Voting and Prestige — The Bureau News Explains
According to FIFPro, the annual World XI is voted for exclusively by professional footballers from every continent. This makes it one of the most authentic and respected accolades in world football. The event is scheduled for November 3, 2025, during the official FIFA Awards Ceremony, where the final 11 will be unveiled.
Full List of 2025 FIFPro Men’s World XI Nominees
Goalkeepers: Alisson Becker (Liverpool), Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid), Gianluigi Donnarumma (Paris Saint-Germain).
Defenders: Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool), Pau Cubarsi (Barcelona), Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool), Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint-Germain), Marquinhos (Paris Saint-Germain), Nuno Mendes (Paris Saint-Germain), William Saliba (Arsenal).
Midfielders: Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City), Luka Modric (Real Madrid), Joao Neves (Benfica), Cole Palmer (Chelsea), Pedri (Barcelona), Federico Valverde (Real Madrid), Vitinha (Paris Saint-Germain).
Forwards: Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr), Ousmane Dembele (Paris Saint-Germain), Erling Haaland (Manchester City), Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid), Raphinha (Barcelona),, Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), Lamine Yamal (Barcelona), Lionel Messi (Inter Miami).
Emerging Stars Join the Legends
The Bureau News notes that this year’s list blends global legends like Cristiano Ronaldo and the controversial Messi with rising stars such as Pau Cubarsi, Lamine Yamal, and Joao Neves. Football analysts suggest that the 2025 edition represents a generational shift, where youth and experience meet to define modern football’s new era of brilliance and creativity.
Fans and pundits worldwide are already debating who will make the final eleven, with BBC Sport and ESPN predicting a tight contest among Europe’s elite players.
Looking Ahead to the FIFA Awards Night
The official FIFA Awards Ceremony will not only celebrate the final FIFPro World XI but also honour the year’s best coaches, women footballers, and goalkeepers. The Bureau News will provide live updates on Nigeria News Today and key international highlights as the football world counts down to November 3, 2025.
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