Kylian Mbappé has been voted as the top forward for the FIFPRO World 11, garnering 46% of the vote from professional footballers. This vote, which concluded on November 9, 2026, saw Mbappé edge out Lamine Yamal, who secured 37.4% of the vote. The two players, who both ply their trade in Spain, with Mbappé at Real Madrid and Yamal at FC Barcelone, were separated by 8.6 points in the standings.
A total of 19,806 professional footballers participated in the vote, which covered the 2025-26 season. Each player was allowed to choose three forwards from a preselected list of eight players: Erling Haaland, Harry Kane, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Mbappé, Lionel Messi, Michael Olise, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Yamal. According to Fabrizio Romano, an official source for these results, the top three forwards will be part of the FIFPRO World 11 team.
The FIFPRO World 11 team selection is based on votes from professional footballers worldwide. This year, the forward position saw intense competition, with several top players vying for a spot. Harry Kane, who recently won the Ballon d'Or, finished fifth with 27.6% of the vote. Michael Olise was sixth, while Cristiano Ronaldo secured 13.2% of the vote, nearly three times less than Mbappé's share.
One notable surprise in the voting was Raphinha's tenth-place finish with 7.5% of the vote. Interestingly, Raphinha was not part of the preselected list of eight forwards but still managed to garner a significant number of votes. His case highlights the freedom that voters had to choose players outside the preselected list.
The final composition of the FIFPRO World 11 team will depend on the complete rankings, which are yet to be fully disclosed. However, with Mbappé, Yamal, and Lionel Messi among the top vote-getters, their places in the team are secure. The FIFPRO World 11 selection is highly regarded as it reflects the opinions of professional footballers on the best players in the world.
The voting results, as reported by Fabrizio Romano, provide insight into the performances of top forwards during the 2025-26 season. Mbappé's victory underscores his outstanding contributions on the field, earning him the recognition of his peers. The detailed rankings and final team composition are expected to be released in the coming days.
As the FIFPRO World 11 team is announced, football fans and analysts will closely examine the selection for insights into player performances and team strategies. The recognition of players like Mbappé and Yamal highlights their influence on the sport and their teams' successes during the past season.
Key points
- Kylian Mbappé secured 46% of the vote to lead the FIFPRO World 11 forward vote.
- Lamine Yamal was second with 37.4%, and Lionel Messi also secured a spot in the top 11.
- A total of 19,806 professional footballers participated in the vote for the FIFPRO World 11 team.
