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Lionel Messi Makes FIFPRO World XI at 39; Harry Kane Omitted Despite Winning Ballon d'Or

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Sports Desk • 10 Nov • 2 min read

Lionel Messi Makes FIFPRO World XI at 39; Harry Kane Omitted Despite Winning Ballon d'Or
Lionel Messi in action, securing another milestone in his illustrious career with selection in the 2026 FIFPRO World XI.

Despite winning the prestigious Ballon d'Or as the best footballer of the year, England captain Harry Kane has notably missed out on selection for the 2026 FIFPRO World XI, voted by professional players worldwide. Meanwhile, Argentine superstar Lionel Messi continues his remarkable legacy by retaining his place in the world XI at 39 years of age.

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The International Federation of Professional Footballers (FIFPRO) announced the official 2026 World XI on Monday, November 9, based on secure digital voting conducted by professional players across 75 countries. This year's lineup features a four-man attacking formation incorporating the top outfield vote-getters alongside the traditional 3-3-3 structure.

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