"Chelsea and England defender Lucy Bronze has made history by becoming the first player to record eight appearances in the FIFPRO Women's World 11, following the announcement of the latest edition of the player-voted awards. More than 6,000 professional women's footballers took part in the global vote to select their team of the year. Bronze's inclusion sees her surpass France's Wendie Renard, who has seven appearances, to set a new all-time record."
"England, after winning a consecutive Euros title in July, is the most represented nation in the 2024-25 lineup, with six Lionesses named in the team. Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton and forward Chloe Kelly make their debuts in the World 11, while Millie Bright, Leah Williamson, and Alessia Russo also feature among the selections. Spain's Ona Batlle also appears in the World 11 for the first time."
Lucy Bronze set a new record as the first player to record eight appearances in the FIFPRO Women's World 11 after a global player vote of more than 6,000 professionals. Bronze surpassed France's Wendie Renard, who has seven appearances. For the first time, two African players were included: Barbra Banda (Zambia) and Ghizlane Chebbak (Morocco). England, following a consecutive Euros title, is the most represented nation with six players selected. Hannah Hampton and Chloe Kelly made World 11 debuts, while Millie Bright, Leah Williamson, Alessia Russo, Ona Batlle, Alexia Putellas and Aitana Bonmatí were also named.
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