"Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were today shortlisted for inclusion in the FIFPro Men's World 11 - but there was no place for Vinicius Jr. Neither Messi nor Ronaldo made the 30-man list of nominees for the 2025 Ballon d'Or - the second year in succession that happened - but they have been given more love by their fellow professional players."
"Forty-year-old Ronaldo maintained his phenomenal goal record with Al-Nassr as well as playing a key role as Portugal won the Nations League, scoring in the final against European champions Spain. Paris Saint-Germain dominated the 26-man list with seven players included from the team that won the Champions League, including goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma who has since joined Manchester City, and Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele."
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were shortlisted for the FIFPro Men's World 11 despite both missing the 30-man Ballon d'Or nominees for 2025 for a second consecutive year. Messi had a prolific season at Inter Miami and helped Argentina secure World Cup qualification. Ronaldo maintained his scoring record with Al-Nassr and scored in the Nations League final as Portugal won the competition. Paris Saint-Germain supplied seven players to the 26-man list, including Gianluigi Donnarumma and Ousmane Dembele. Vinicius Jr was a notable omission amid a reported dip in form after missing the 2024 Ballon d'Or won by Rodri. The award is voted for by over 26,000 footballers.
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