But only 11 can be picked for the World Cup Best XI. So as the world looks back on an unbelievable tournament, here is FOX Sports analyst Alexi Lalas’ World Cup Best XI. It was a historic World Cup campaign for Simón, who kept seven clean sheets and conceded only one goal. Rodri won the Golden Ball as the best player on the best team, playing at a high level throughout the World Cup. Olise finished with seven assists, breaking Pelé’s record for the most assists recorded at a single World Cup.