Nigeria Falls to 38th in Latest FIFA Rankings
Written by Jerry Alomatu on June 20, 2024
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have dropped to the 38th position in the latest FIFA rankings released today, Thursday, June 20th 2024. With a current total of 1498.93 points, the team has seen a decrease from their previous 1520.27 points. This decline from their former 30th position marks a significant shift, reflecting challenges the team has faced on the international stage.
The drop in rankings follows Nigeria’s performance in recent matches, including a 1-1 draw against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, and a 2-1 defeat to Benin Republic in Ivory Coast. These results have cast doubt on Nigeria’s hopes for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Top Teams in FIFA Rankings
At the top of the FIFA rankings, Argentina has maintained its position as the leading football nation in the world, with 1860.14 points. This reflects their consistent high-level performance in recent tournaments. France and Belgium hold the second and third spots, with France securing 1840.59 points and Belgium at 1795.23 points.
Brazil has moved up to the 4th position with 1788.65 points, overtaking England, which slipped to 5th place with 1794.9 points. Portugal remains in 6th place, while the Netherlands has surged to 7th place. Spain, Croatia, and Italy round out the top ten.
African Teams in FIFA Rankings
Morocco remains the highest-ranked African team at 12th position, followed by Senegal at 18th. Egypt and Côte d’Ivoire rank 36th and 37th respectively, ahead of Nigeria. Tunisia is ranked 41st, Algeria 44th, Cameroon 49th, Mali 50th, South Africa 50th, and Benin Republic 91st.
As teams prepare for upcoming competitions, the dynamic nature of football rankings reflects the ongoing battle for supremacy among the world’s top footballing nations. Each team’s performance in the coming months will influence their standings, adding to the anticipation and excitement surrounding international football. The next FIFA ranking update is scheduled for July 18, following the conclusion of the UEFA EURO 2024 in Germany.
Nigeria’s recent slip in FIFA rankings highlights the need for strategic improvements and better performances in upcoming matches to reclaim their position. With major tournaments on the horizon, the Super Eagles and other national teams will be aiming to enhance their standings on the global stage.
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Author: Jerry Alomatu
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