Leaked 2016 FIFPro World XI Dominated by Barcelona and Real Madrid

Published on: 02 January 2017

The potential FIFA FIFPro World 11 has been leaked online, with the lineup being dominated by La Liga giants Barcelona and Real Madrid.


The team features Barcelona stars Gerard Pique, Andres Iniesta, Lionel Messi and Neymar, while Sergio Ramos, Marcelo, Toni Kroos, Luka Modric and Cristiano Ronaldo star from Real Madrid.


Barcelona are heavily represented in the teamafter winning both Spain's league and cup competitionlast season, while Real Madrid's Champions League in 2015-16win sees their players also represented heavily in the hypothetical side.

Apparently the FIFpro team of the year has been leaked, not sure if legit. Manuel Neuer included pic.twitter.com/qAsiU99fKp

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer maintains his status as arguably the best goalkeeper in the world with a spot in the side, while PSG's Thiago Silva is the only other player - alongside the German - to play outside of Spain and be included in the 'World 11'.

Despite their fantastic form there is no room for the likes of Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann, Barcelona striker Luis Suarez or Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale. The 55-man shortlist saw many debutants make the cut, with the likes of Arsenal defenderHector Bellerin, Juventus centre-backLeonardo Bonucci, Manchester City playmakerKevin De Bruyne, Chelsea enforcer N'Golo Kante and Leicester City strikerJames Vardy all being recognised.


Cristiano Ronaldo was announced as the Ballon d'Or winner by France Footballbefore the award was officially presented,so FIFA will be disappointed if this leak turns out to be genuine.

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