Omotayo Adigun
The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) has released its latest men’s world rankings, placing Nigeria’s Super Eagles at 43rd globally, marking a one-spot improvement from their previous 44th position.
This ranking, the first released by FIFA in 2025, reflects the team’s recent performance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
The Super Eagles‘ climb in the global rankings coincides with a shift in their African standings. While they improved globally, they now hold the sixth position in Africa, trailing behind Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, Algeria, and Côte d’Ivoire.
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Nigeria’s recent fixtures saw them facing Rwanda and Zimbabwe in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. They secured a 2-0 victory against Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali and drew 1-1 with Zimbabwe’s Warriors at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. These results have contributed to their upward movement in the FIFA rankings.
Globally, Argentina maintains its position at the top of the rankings, following a series of impressive wins.
The top five is completed by Spain, France, England, and Brazil, who all retained their respective positions.