AFCON 2025
Nigeria remain unchanged in the latest FIFA World Rankings released ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, maintaining their position as the 26th-best team in the world and the third-highest ranked side in Africa.
The Super Eagles sit on 1,586.69 ranking points, behind continental rivals Morocco and Senegal. Despite recent international fixtures across the globe, Nigeria’s standing remains stable.
Morocco continues to lead the African pack after climbing to seventh in the world with 1,755.10 points. The Atlas Lions’ latest rise leaves them just two places shy of matching Nigeria’s highest-ever FIFA ranking of fifth, achieved in April 1994.
Senegal, who were previously Africa’s top-ranked nation, dropped to 15th in the world with 1,686.41 points but remain second on the continent.
Algeria occupy fourth place in Africa and 28th globally with 1,571.03 points, while Egypt complete the African top five in 29th position with 1,562.37 points.
Reigning African champions Ivory Coast are ranked 33rd in the world with 1,540.87 points, followed by Cameroon (44th), DR Congo (45th), Tunisia (46th), and Mali (54th) to round off Africa’s top ten nations.
South Africa are ranked 60th globally, ahead of Cape Verde in 67th and Ghana in 73rd position.
With the World Cup drawing closer, Morocco’s continued rise has been one of the biggest stories on the continent, while Nigeria will be aiming to improve their standing in upcoming international fixtures.
Top African Teams in Latest FIFA Rankings
1. Morocco – 7th (1,755.10 points)
2. Senegal – 15th (1,686.41)
3. Nigeria – 26th (1,586.69)
4. Algeria – 28th (1,571.03)
5. Egypt – 29th (1,562.37)
6. Ivory Coast – 33rd (1,540.87)
7. Cameroon – 44th (1,481.24)
8. DR Congo – 45th (1,479.68)
9. Tunisia – 46th (1,476.41)
10. Mali – 54th (1,455.59)
