Super Eagles Move Up A Step In Latest FIFA Ranking

Super Eagles Move Up A Step In Latest FIFA Ranking

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have moved up one place in the latest FIFA men’s rankings, released on Thursday.

In the first ranking of 2025, the three-time African champions improved from 44th to 43rd globally.

However, Eric Chelle’s team slipped one spot in Africa, dropping out of the continent’s top five.

Africa’s Top-Ranked Teams

The highest-ranked African teams remain:

  1. Morocco (Atlas Lions)
  2. Egypt (Pharaohs)
  3. Algeria (Desert Foxes)
  4. Côte d’Ivoire (Elephants)

Super Eagles’ Recent Performances

The Super Eagles were active in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers last month, securing a 2-0 victory over Rwanda’s Amavubi at the Amahoro Stadium, Kigali.

They later played to a 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe’s Warriors at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, Anambra State.

Global Rankings: Argentina Still on Top

World champions Argentina extended their lead at the top after securing qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The top five teams globally remain unchanged:

  1. Argentina
  2. Spain
  3. France
  4. England
  5. Brazil