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Enduring Icons: Messi and Ronaldo Nominated for FIFPRO Men's World XI 2025 Forward Line
Football legends Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo continue to defy time and expectations by earning nominations for the 2025 FIFPRO Men's World 11, a testament to their incredible longevity and enduring impact on the global game.
The nomination is particularly remarkable as both players now compete outside of Europe, with Messi (Inter Miami) and Ronaldo (Al-Nassr) being the only two candidates not currently playing for a European club.
Their inclusion on the 26-man shortlist for the award—voted for exclusively by professional footballers worldwide—underscores a sensational year for both:Lionel Messi (age 38) was nominated after a standout period with Inter Miami, which saw him win the 2025 MLS Golden Boot after scoring 29 goals in 28 regular-season matches.Cristiano Ronaldo (turning 41 soon) was recognized for scoring an incredible 35 goals in 41 games for Al-Nassr during the 2024-25 season.They are joined on the forwards shortlist by other global stars, including Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembélé (PSG), Erling Haaland (Manchester City), Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid), and rising talent Lamine Yamal (Barcelona).
With Messi already holding the record for the most World XI appearances (17) and Ronaldo second (15), their latest nominations are a clear indicator that their exceptional achievements in 2025 have not gone unnoticed by their peers.
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