FIFPro World XI Nominees and New Club World Cup

FIFA is set to unveil a revamped Club World Cup format featuring 32 teams and 63 matches to be held in the US over 28 days, with Lionel Messi a prominent participant. Meanwhile, Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, despite playing outside of Europe, have been shortlisted for the FIFPRO World XI, underscoring their continued impact and esteem in global football. The shortlist is dominated by players from Real Madrid and Manchester City, with Real Madrid contributing eight players, the highest from any club. The final World XI, chosen by over 28,000 players worldwide, will be announced on December 9. Notably, Mohamed Salah did not make the shortlist, sparking some controversy among fans. The FIFPRO awards highlight top performances, with Messi's 18th nomination extending his record as the most-nominated player in history.