New Delhi, Nov. 4 -- Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, who are in the final stages of their respective careers, have found themselves among the 26 finalists for the 2026 Men's World 11, the shortlist of which was announced recently. Among the 26 stars in world football are 2026 Ballon d'Or winner Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe and world champion Lamine Yamal.

Spain, who won the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, has the biggest representation with as many as six players. Besides Yamal, the likes of Pau Cubarsi, Marc Cucurella, Pedri, Rodri, and David Raya are all is the mix, who all were a part of Spain's second World Cup-winning squad.

As far as clubs are concerned, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain have four ...