Lionel Messi named to 18th FIFPRO World XI, Harry Kane omitted

Lionel Messi has secured his place on the FIFPRO World XI for the 18th time, a feat recognized by nearly 20,000 players in the voting. The selection, announced on November 12, features Messi alongside Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and Lamine Yamal. Harry Kane, despite notable individual success, did not make the team. Messi, now with Inter Miami, remains the sole player from a non-European club to feature in the lineup. Spain's World Cup-winning squad is well-represented with four players on the men’s team and five on the women’s team, highlighting their recent dominance in global soccer. The MLS Cup Playoffs will see Messi and Inter Miami take on the Columbus Crew this Saturday.

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