"Harry Kane Left Out as Two England Stars Shine in FIFPro World Best XI – Plus, Three Premier League Players Join the Ranks!"

Published on November 03, 2025 at 03:29 PM
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The England duo of Jude Bellingham and Cole Palmer has been included in the 2025 Fifpro World Best XI.

This lineup, featuring the top individual talents from this calendar year, is determined by the players themselves.

England vs Greece - UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League B Group B2Palmer and Bellingham are the only representatives from England in the Fifpro World Best XICredit: Getty

Although Harry Kane exceeded the 40-goal mark last season and has started this season with 22 goals in just 15 matches, the England captain did not make the cut.

Instead, Kylian Mbappe was chosen to lead the line, supported by this year's Ballon d'Or top finishers, Ousmane Dembele and Lamine Yamal.

Illustration of FIFPRO World XI football team voted for by players, featuring Donnarumma in goal, Mendes, Van Dijk, Hakimi in defense, Vitinha, Pedri, Bellingham, Palmer in midfield, and Dembele, Mbappe, Yamal in attack.Bellingham and Palmer have both secured their spots in the team

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the members of the 2025 Fifpro World Best XI?

The 2025 Fifpro World Best XI includes Jude Bellingham and Cole Palmer from England, along with Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele, and Lamine Yamal, among others.

How is the Fifpro World Best XI selected?

The Fifpro World Best XI is selected by professional football players themselves, who vote for their peers based on performance in the calendar year.

Why was Harry Kane excluded from the Fifpro World Best XI?

Despite Harry Kane scoring over 40 goals last season and starting this season strong, he was not selected for the Fifpro World Best XI.

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