Super Eagles Soar: Nigeria Climbs 12 Places to 26th in Latest FIFA World Rankings

In a major boost for Nigerian football, the Super Eagles have surged 12 spots to claim the 26th position in the latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking, released today by FIFA.

This impressive leap from their previous 38th place comes on the heels of a stellar performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) hosted in Morocco, where the team secured a well-deserved third-place finish (bronze medal).

Under coach Eric Chelle, the Super Eagles demonstrated remarkable form throughout the tournament, winning six out of seven matches. Their only setback was a narrow semi-final defeat to hosts Morocco on penalties. The team bounced back strongly, defeating Egypt 4-2 in the third-place playoff to cap off a campaign filled with attacking flair, resilience, and mental toughness.

Nigeria recorded the highest points gain globally in this ranking window, earning an impressive +79.09 points. This marks the team’s highest global ranking since 2010 and solidifies their status as a rising force on the world stage.

On the continental level, the Super Eagles now stand as Africa’s third-best team, behind AFCON champions Senegal (12th globally, up 7 places) and runners-up Morocco (8th globally, up 3 places and their best-ever ranking). Other notable African positions include Algeria (28th) and Egypt following closely.

The global top 10 remains dominated by European and South American powerhouses:

1. Spain
2. Argentina
3. France
4. England
5. Brazil
6. Portugal
7. Netherlands
8. Morocco
9. Belgium
10. Germany

This latest update highlights the growing strength of African football, with AFCON finalists Morocco and Senegal making significant strides, and Nigeria emerging as one of the biggest climbers worldwide.

The rise of the Super Eagles sends a strong message ahead of future competitions, including the upcoming World Cup preparations. Nigerian fans can take pride in this achievement, which reflects the team’s hard work and potential.