FIFA Reveals Women’s Best XI for 2025 as Spain Dominate Global Football

 FIFA Reveals Women’s Best XI for 2025 as Spain Dominate Global Football

FIFA has officially announced the Best Women’s 11 for the 2024/2025 football season, celebrating the world’s top-performing female footballers across leagues and international competitions. The prestigious list was unveiled during The Best FIFA Football Awards, held at the Fairmont Katara Hall in Doha, Qatar.

The annual awards spotlight players who delivered exceptional performances over the season, reinforcing FIFA’s commitment to growing and promoting women’s football on the global stage.

How FIFA Selected the Best Women’s 11

The selection process covered performances recorded between August 11, 2024, and August 2, 2025. Players were voted into each position through a transparent and inclusive system involving:

* National team coaches
* National team captains
* Accredited football journalists
* Football fans from around the world

Each voter ranked their top three players per position, with points calculated and combined to determine the final Best XI lineup.

Spain Lead the 2025 Women’s Best XI

Spain emerged as the standout nation, contributing six players to the final lineup — a clear reflection of their continued dominance in women’s football. England followed closely with four players, boosted by their recent European Championship success.

Barcelona Femeni, in particular, played a major role, supplying the majority of Spain’s representatives and further cementing the club’s reputation as a powerhouse in women’s football.

FIFA Women’s Best 11 for 2025

Goalkeeper

Hannah Hampton (Chelsea / England)

Defenders

Lucy Bronze (Chelsea / England)
Leah Williamson (Arsenal / England)
Irene Parede (Barcelona / Spain)
Ona Batlle (Barcelona / Spain)

Midfielders

Aitana Bonmatí (Barcelona / Spain)
Patri Guijarro (Barcelona / Spain)
Claudia Pina (Barcelona / Spain)
Mariona Caldentey (Barcelona / Spain)

Forwards

Alessia Russo (Arsenal / England)
Alexia Putellas (Barcelona / Spain) Bonmatí Headlines Spain’s Golden Generation

Midfield maestroAitana Bonmatí was one of the biggest highlights of the night, having also claimed the Best FIFA Women’s Player award .Her inclusion underscores Spain’s tactical brilliance and technical superiority throughout the season.

Alexia Putellas’ return to the Best XI further emphasized Spain’s depth and resilience, while England’s strong defensive presence showcased their balance between club and international success.

The 2025 Best Women’s 11 reflects the rapid evolution of women’s football, with increased competitiveness, global fan engagement, and elite-level performances. The strong representation from Spain and England highlights the importance of investment in youth development, coaching, and professional leagues.

As FIFA continues to expand the visibility of women’s football, awards like this play a crucial role in driving sponsorships, media coverage, and commercial growth across the sport.