FIFPRO names 2026 Women's World 11 finalists with two NWSL players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
FIFPRO announced the shortlist of 26 players for the 2026 Women’s World 11 on November 2, featuring just two representatives from the NWSL: Barbra Banda of Orlando Pride and Ann-Katrin Berger of Gotham FC. The list includes several top players such as Alexia Putellas and Ewa Pajor, but lacks significant representation from outside Europe, with only four players not from European leagues. The final selection of the World 11 will take place on November 9, pending votes from over 6,500 women’s footballers across 64 countries.
- •FIFPRO reveals finalists for 2026 Women's World 11 on November 2.
- •Only two NWSL players made the shortlist: Banda and Berger.
- •Shortlist features many top players, but is European-heavy.
- •The final 11 players will be announced on November 9.
- •Votes come from over 6,500 women's footballers globally.
- 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 FIFPRO Women's World 11 finalists: Only two NWSL players make shortlist
"FIFPRO has released a shortlist of 26 players for the 2026 Women's World 11, and just two from the NWSL made the cut.
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