Marta was included in the FIFPRO Women's World 11, but for the first time, no U.S. nationals were voted to the squad
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Marta, Aitana Bonmati among FIFPRO Women's World 11Lucy Bronze makes record seventh appearanceUSWNT's Naomi Girma, Lindsey Horan both omittedFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
The 2024 FIFPRO Women's World 11 was announced Monday, and featured a heavy England contingent – but no USWNT players. Lucy Bronze, a stalwart for the Lionessess made her seventh appearance, while nominees Naomi Girma and Lindsey Horan weren't included in the final squad.
None of the "Triple Espresso" forward line that led the USWNT to an Olympic gold were among those on the 26-player shortlist. Back-to-back Ballon d'Or winner Aitana Bonmati was named in the squad for the second time. England (22) have now surpassed the U.S. (20) as the leader in all-time Women’s World 11 country appearances.
The World 11 is the only global football award decided exclusively by the players. Since 2015, FIFPRO has invited women's football players to choose their World 11. A record 7,000 women’s football players voted for their team of the year.
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Goalkeeper: Mary Earps (Manchester United/PSG)
Defenders: Lucy Bronze (Barcelona/Chelsea), Olga Carmona (Real Madrid), Alex Greenwood (Manchester City)
Midfielders: Aitana Bonmati (Barcelona), Alexia Putellas (Barcelona), Keira Walsh (Barcelona)
Forwards: Barbra Banda (Shanghai Shengli/Orlando Pride), Linda Caicedo (Real Madrid), Lauren James (Chelsea), Marta (Brazil)
THE BIGGER PICTURE
This is the first time in the nine year history of the women's award that no USWNT player has featured in the squad. There is, however, an NWSL influence, with the Orlando Pride's championship winning duo of Marta and Banda leading the line.
USWNT legend Alex Morgan was not voted into the side in her final round of eligibility after announcing her retirement earlier this year.
DID YOU KNOW?
There is a strong Liga F influence in the side, with six of the honorees either currently or former of a Spanish football side. Barcelona lead all teams with five honorees – including the entire midfield.