Nigeria Jumps to 41st in FIFA Rankings After Strong World Cup Qualifiers
Nigeria has moved up four places to 41st in the latest FIFA rankings, the highest position since October 2024. The rise is attributed to the Super Eagles' impressive performance in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, including victories over Lesotho and Benin Republic.
Nigeria's current ranking reflects a significant gain in points. Meanwhile, Morocco retains its position as Africa's highest-ranked team, with Senegal, Egypt, and Algeria following closely.
This resurgence has pushed Nigeria back into the top five in Africa, overtaking Côte d'Ivoire. Spain continues to lead the global rankings.
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