<p>The 2025 FIFPRO Men's World 11 has been announced, with Barcelona's Lamine Yamal breaking records as the youngest player ever selected at just 18 years old.</p> <p>Over 20,000 professional men's soccer players from 68 countries voted for their team of the year, with Paris Saint-Germain dominating the selection after their treble-winning season. Five PSG players made the cut, while seven players earned their first-ever World 11 selections.</p> <h2>Lamine Yamal Breaks FIFPRO World 11 Age Record</h2> <p>Who is the youngest FIFPRO World 11 player? Lamine Yamal has shattered the previous record held by Kylian Mbappe, who made the team aged 19 in 2018. The Barcelona forward's selection at 18 years old marks a historic moment for the prestigious award, which has been running since 2005.</p> <p>Yamal is one of seven debutants in the 2025 FIFPRO Men's World 11, representing a new generation of elite soccer talent breaking through at the highest level.</p> <h2>Paris Saint-Germain Dominate 2025 World 11 Team Selection</h2> <p>How many PSG players made the FIFPRO World 11? Five Paris Saint-Germain players feature in this year's lineup, the most of any club, reflecting their dominant treble-winning season:</p> <ul> <li>Gianluigi Donnarumma (now at Manchester City) - Goalkeeper</li> <li>Achraf Hakimi - Defender</li> <li>Nuno Mendes - Defender</li> <li>Vitinha - Midfielder</li> <li>Ousmane Dembele - Forward</li> </ul> <p>The French club's representation showcases their successful campaign across domestic and European competitions.</p> <h2>Cole Palmer and Six Other Players Make World 11 Debut</h2> <p>Seven players earned their first-ever FIFPRO World 11 selection in 2025:</p> <ul> <li>Nuno Mendes (Paris Saint-Germain, Portugal)</li> <li>Vitinha (Paris Saint-Germain, Portugal)</li> <li>Pedri (Barcelona, Spain)</li> <li>Cole Palmer (Chelsea, England)</li> <li>Ousmane Dembele (Paris Saint-Germain, France)</li> <li>Lamine Yamal (Barcelona, Spain)</li> </ul> <p>Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer reflected on his selection, calling it "a great honour" and "the best feeling" to be chosen by fellow professional soccer players.</p> <h2>Mbappe and Van Dijk Continue World 11 Consistency</h2> <p>Kylian Mbappe earned his sixth FIFPRO World 11 selection, tying him among the most selected players in the award's history. The Real Madrid forward's continued inclusion demonstrates sustained excellence at the elite level.</p> <p>Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk secured his fifth World 11 appearance, cementing his status as one of soccer's premier centre-backs. The Netherlands captain continues to set the standard for defensive excellence in world soccer.</p> <p>Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham also features after an outstanding season in Spain.</p> <h2>Full 2025 FIFPRO Men's World 11 Squad</h2> <h3>Goalkeeper</h3> <p>Gianluigi Donnarumma (Paris Saint-Germain / Manchester City, Italy)</p> <h3>Defenders (3)</h3> <ul> <li>Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool, Netherlands)</li> <li>Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint-Germain, Morocco)</li> <li>Nuno Mendes (Paris Saint-Germain, Portugal)</li> </ul> <h3>Midfielders (4)</h3> <ul> <li>Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid, England)</li> <li>Cole Palmer (Chelsea, England)</li> <li>Pedri (Barcelona, Spain)</li> <li>Vitinha (Paris Saint-Germain, Portugal)</li> </ul> <h3>Forwards (3)</h3> <ul> <li>Ousmane Dembele (Paris Saint-Germain, France)</li> <li>Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid, France)</li> <li>Lamine Yamal (Barcelona, Spain)</li> </ul> <h2>How Does FIFPRO World 11 Voting Work?</h2> <p>The FIFPRO Men's World 11 voting process is the only global soccer award decided entirely by professional players. Over 20,000 professional men's soccer players from 68 countries participated in the 2025 vote using a secure digital platform distributed by FIFPRO and its affiliated player unions.</p> <p>FIFPRO World 11 voting eligibility requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Performances covered: July 15, 2024 to August 3, 2025</li> <li>Minimum 30 official appearances required during voting period</li> </ul> <p>How players vote: Each participant selected three standout players in four positional categories:</p> <ol> <li>Goalkeeper</li> <li>Defender</li> <li>Midfielder</li> <li>Forward</li> </ol> <p>The goalkeeper, three defenders, three midfielders, and three forwards with the most votes earned automatic selection. The 11th spot was awarded to the next highest-ranked outfield player overall.</p> <p>Since its inception in 2005, FIFPRO's World 11 has been the only global soccer award decided entirely by professional players – those who compete at the highest level and know best who truly excelled.</p> <p>Unlike other soccer awards voted by journalists, coaches, or fans, the FIFPRO World 11 represents peer recognition from fellow professionals. More than 26,000 professional soccer players representing 68 countries worldwide participated in voting for both the men's and women's teams in 2025.</p>