Doha honours the world’s top footballers as the 2025 FIFA Men’s World 11 is announced.

The Best FIFA Men’s 11 for 2025

The world’s football elite gathered in Doha on Tuesday for The Best FIFA Football Awards, a night that celebrated the sport’s finest performances and the players who earned the respect of their peers.

Fans and footballers alike waited in anticipation as The Best FIFA Men’s 11 for 2025 was revealed, a prestigious lineup chosen not by popularity, but by peer recognition, consistency, and impact on the pitch.

Goalkeeper

Gianluigi Donnarumma — Manchester City / Italy
The Italian keeper shone with crucial saves and composure, proving vital for City’s title charge.

Defenders

Achraf Hakimi — PSG / Morocco
Virgil van Dijk — Liverpool / Netherlands
Nuno Mendes — PSG / Portugal
This elite backline combined speed, intelligence, and leadership, dominating opponents all season.

Midfielders

Cole Palmer — Chelsea / England
Jude Bellingham — Real Madrid / England
Pedri — Barcelona / Spain
Vitinha — PSG / Portugal
These midfield maestros blended creativity, control, and energy, orchestrating attacks and dictating game tempo.

Forwards

Lamine Yamal — Barcelona / Spain
Kylian Mbappé — Real Madrid / France
Ousmane Dembélé — PSG / France
The attacking trio thrilled fans with pace, technical skill, and goal-scoring brilliance, making them the standout forward line of 2025.

The Best FIFA Men’s 11 2025 showcases a perfect blend of youth and experience, reflecting the game’s current global talent and setting the benchmark for football excellence.