Canadian defender Ashley Lawrence named finalist for FIFA FIFPro World 11 all-star team

Canadian Ashley Lawrence is a finalist for the FIFA FIFPro World 11, as voted on by more than 28,000 professional players from around the world.

FIFA and FIFPro, which represents pro soccer players, released the 23 men's and women's finalists for the world all-star teams to be revealed Jan. 15 at The Best FIFA Football Awards in London.

Lawrence helped England's Chelsea to the Women's Super League title and FA Cup in 2023.

The 28-year-old fullback/midfielder from Caledon East, Ont., joined Canadian teammates Kadeisha Buchanan and Jessie Fleming at Chelsea in June, signing a three-year contract with the London powerhouse after seven seasons in France with Paris Saint-Germain.

Lauren James, Sam Kerr and Ashley Lawrence have been nominated for the FIFPRO World XI!