Six England players have been selected in the Fifpro women’s World XI following their European Championship triumph last summer. The Lionesses’ captain Leah Williamson, goalkeeper Hannah Hampton, defender Lucy Bronze, and forwards Chloe Kelly and Alessia Russo were all recognised for their roles in the historic victory over Spain.
Millie Bright, the sixth England representative, was not part of the tournament squad and has since retired from international football. The Chelsea centre-back captained her club to a domestic treble last season before stepping away from the national team last month.
Lucy Bronze made the World XI for a record eighth time, surpassing France legend Wendie Renard. The 34-year-old played a key role in England’s European Championship win despite suffering a broken leg during the tournament.
For the first time, the women’s World XI includes two African players: Zambia’s Barbra Banda and Morocco’s Ghizlane Chebbak. They join Spanish stars Ona Batlle, Aitana Bonmatí and Alexia Putellas to complete the team.
The World XI was determined by a vote of more than 6,000 players worldwide, who could choose any player with at least 20 official appearances for club and country between 11 August 2024 and 3 August 2025.
