Nigeria Climb to 38th in New FIFA Rankings!

Nigeria Climb to 38th in New FIFA Rankings!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have moved up three spots to 38th in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings released on Wednesday, reflecting improved performance in recent fixtures.

“The rise is a boost to our confidence as we prepare for key qualifiers,” a Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) official said.

Key Details:

• The Super Eagles previously sat at 41st globally and now rank 5th in Africa.
• The upward move follows two competitive matches played during the international window in November.
• Morocco, Senegal, Tunisia, and Algeria remain ahead of Nigeria on the African continent.

Why It Matters:

• Higher FIFA rankings influence tournament seedings and qualification paths.
• The rise reflects growing confidence and tactical consistency in the squad.
• Boosts morale ahead of the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

What to Watch:

• Super Eagles’ performance in upcoming AFCON and World Cup qualifying fixtures.
• Squad cohesion under current coaching strategy.
• Potential changes in CAF/FIFA rankings ahead of major draws.

Sources:

1. FIFA – November 2025 World Rankings
2. NFF – Media Briefing
3. ESPN Africa – “Nigeria Move to 38th in FIFA Rankings”

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