FIFPro has released its shortlist of 55 players for the 2016 World XI, with nine Americans leading the way from France and Germany
The United States led the way with nine representatives as FIFPro released its 55-player shortlist for the 2016 Women’s World XI on Wednesday.
Back-to-back FIFA World Player of the Year Carli Lloyd was joined on the shortlist by U.S. teammates Hope Solo, Becky Sauerbrunn, Julie Johnston, Meghan Klingenberg, Ali Krieger, Tobin Heath, Megan Rapinoe and Alex Morgan.
France landed eight players on the list, while Olympic gold medalist Germany earned six nods.
The inclusion of Solo and Rapinoe will raise eyebrows.