Argentina remains firmly entrenched at the summit of the latest FIFA world rankings, further solidifying their reputation as a dominant force in international football.
After a series of strong performances during the recent international break, the reigning world champions continue to lead the global standings with unmatched consistency.
Having claimed the top spot in FIFA’s rankings back in April, Argentina has shown no signs of slowing down. Their recent victories over Ecuador and Bolivia in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers underscore their formidability and commitment to maintaining their global supremacy. These wins not only highlight their tactical depth but also reinforce their role as a model of excellence in FIFA’s eyes.
The top five positions remain unchanged following the break. France, despite a recent friendly loss to Germany, holds on to second place, while Brazil stays at third. England retains the fourth spot, and Belgium rounds out the top five, maintaining their status among football’s elite.
Further down the list, the top 10 sees some movement. Portugal climbs to eighth place following a string of impressive performances, while Italy drops to ninth after a disappointing 1-1 draw against North Macedonia in a Euro 2024 qualifier. Croatia, the ever-resilient European side, holds sixth, followed by the Netherlands in seventh and Spain in tenth.
Outside the top 10, several nations have made significant strides. Morocco continues its upward trend by securing 13th place, building on its historic 2022 World Cup run. Colombia has risen to 16th, while Denmark and Japan also move up to 18th and 19th respectively, showcasing the growing competitiveness in world football. These developments reflect the dynamic nature of FIFA rankings, which reward consistent international performances.
As the global football calendar intensifies, all eyes remain on Argentina, whose consistency and recent results affirm their place at the peak of FIFA’s world order. With a squad rich in talent and guided by strong leadership, Argentina appears well-positioned to maintain their grip at the top for the foreseeable future.
The top 20 FIFA-ranked nations currently are:
Argentina, France, Brazil, England, Belgium, Croatia, Netherlands, Portugal, Italy, Spain, United States, Mexico, Morocco, Switzerland, Germany, Colombia, Uruguay, Denmark, Japan, Senegal.