Full list: Messi makes FIFPRO World 11 as Ronaldo misses out

Lionel Messi has been named in the 2026 FIFPRO Men’s World 11, extending his record as the most-selected player in the award’s history, while Cristiano Ronaldo failed to make the final team.

Messi returns to the prestigious team for the first time since 2023, taking his record number of appearances to 18. The Argentine first made the selection in 2007 and has continued to earn recognition from fellow professional footballers across successive generations.

Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal also made history after becoming the first player to earn two FIFPRO World 11 selections before turning 20. The Spain international was also included in last year’s team.

Yamal joins fellow Sp...