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FIFPRO Women’s World 11 sparks debate over English and Spanish bias
The announcement of the FIFPRO Women’s World 11 has sparked widespread debate across global football, according to a report by Inside World Football.
Voted on by 6,511 professional players worldwide, the lineup features Alexia Putellas, Aitana Bonmatí, Alessia Russo, and Ella Toone, but faces criticism for heavy bias toward England’s WSL and Spain’s Liga F.
Bonmatí received more midfield votes than Ballon d’Or winner Putellas despite making only one Champions League start during an injury-hit season.
Meanwhile, Manchester City’s Khadija “Bunny” Shaw, Golden Boot winner for three consecutive years, was entirely left off the shortlist alongside top-10 Ballon d’Or finishers Melchie Dumornay, Pernille Harder, and Caroline Graham Hansen.
Additionally, Ewa Pajor finished second in Ballon d’Or voting and ended as the Champions League’s top scorer with 11 goals, yet missed out after securing just 10.5% of forward votes.
Orlando Pride’s Barbra Banda represents the sole non-European domestic player included.
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