Morocco Matches Nigeria's Historic FIFA Ranking Achievement

Morocco has achieved a historic FIFA ranking by climbing to fifth place in the latest men's world rankings, matching Nigeria's previous record for the highest ranking ever attained by an African national team. The Atlas Lions surpassed Brazil, who drew 1-1 with Australia, resulting in Morocco's 1,808.18 points compared to Brazil's 1,805.91.

Nigeria's Super Eagles previously reached fifth in April 1994, during a successful period that included winning the Africa Cup of Nations and making their World Cup debut in the United States, where they reached the last 16. Morocco's rise to fifth comes 32 years later, following their historic run to the semi-finals in the 2022 World Cup and their quarter-final appearance in the 2026 World Cup.

The current ranking is unofficial until FIFA confirms all matches from the international window, with the last official ranking published on July 20, placing Morocco sixth. FIFA's next official ranking is scheduled for release on October 7.