Super Eagles Soar in FIFA Rankings After Africa Cup Success
Nigeria's national football team, the Super Eagles, rose 12 places to 26th in the FIFA World ranking following their third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco under the guidance of coach Eric Chell. The team displayed resilience and consistency, winning six out of seven matches in the tournament.
Nigeria's climb in the rankings signals the increasing presence of African teams on the global stage. The Super Eagles recorded the highest point gain to earn 79.09 points and are among the top 10 African countries in the FIFA rankings.
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