FIFA's latest men's world rankings, released on December 19, 2024, confirm Argentina's position as the leading national team for the second consecutive year.
The reigning world champions, who claimed their 16th Copa América title in July by defeating Colombia, currently lead with 1,867.25 points.
France remains in second place with 1,859.78 points, while Spain ranks third with 1,853.27 points. The top ten list continues to showcase strong competition among Europe and South America’s football powerhouses.
Top Ten FIFA World Rankings
1. Argentina – 1,867.25 points
2. France – 1,859.78 points
3. Spain – 1,853.27 points
4. England
5. Brazil
6. Portugal
7. Netherlands
8. Belgium
9. Italy
10. Germany
Super Eagles Drop in Rankings
Meanwhile, Nigeria’s Super Eagles experienced a significant setback, falling eight spots to rank 44th globally. The decline is attributed to recent struggles in the final rounds of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, where they failed to secure victories against the Benin Republic and Rwanda.
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