FIFA continues the process of selecting the best of the year. The traditional award ceremony, anticipated with great interest by the global football community, will take place on December 16 of this year. This grand event will honor players who displayed peak performance throughout the season.
At the end of the year, 11 star players have been shortlisted for the title of the season's best footballer. Among them are winners of the FIFA Club World Cup, leaders of teams victorious in the UEFA Champions League, and players who became champions in the Nations League. In summary, the list prioritizes impact and results over just reputation.
The nominees announced by FIFA are as follows:
1. Cole Palmer
2. Pedri
3. Ousmane Dembele
4. Vitinha
5. Lamine Yamal
6. Harry Kane
7. Nuno Mendes
8. Achraf Hakimi
9. Mohamed Salah
10. Kylian Mbappe
11. Raphinha
Each of these players played a decisive role for their respective clubs or national teams this season. Some stood out with crucial goals, others with assists, consistent performances, or leadership qualities, capturing the attention of fans. The mix of young stars and experienced leaders in one list makes the competition for the award even more intriguing.
Experts believe that this year’s voting results might bring unexpected surprises. This is because the nominees include not only the traditional favorites but also players who emerged as revelations of the season.
As a reminder, last year, FIFA's most prestigious individual award was claimed by Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior. This time, who will be the winner? The entire football world will find out together on December 16.
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