FIFA rankings: Nigeria climb to 43rd globally, Argentina remains top

The latest FIFA ranking has placed Nigeria as the 43rd-best team across the globe.

The World football governing body announced this on its X handle on Thursday.

The ranking places Nigeria one step upward as the Super Eagles rounded off 2024 in 44th.

Argentina remained top thanks to impressive wins

In second place is Spain and France is in third place.

England is fourth, while Brazil ranked fifth, completing the top five.

The Super Eagles’ latest improvement by one spot might not be unconnected to their latest form, beating Rwanda at home in their quest to qualify for the World Cup taking place in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026.

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