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FIFA Ranking: Nigeria remain ahead of Ghana, South Africa, Cameroon and Algeria
The latest FIFA rankings have been released by the global football governing body, with Nigeria’s national team, the Super Eagles, holding their position in the highly competitive standings.
Nigeria had previously dropped from 38th to 39th in the rankings after a series of disappointing performances. Under former head coaches José Peseiro and Finidi George, the Super Eagles failed to secure a win in their last four qualifying matches.
Despite this, they have retained their 39th place in the latest FIFA rankings. The Super Eagles continue to rank ahead of several African rivals, including Ghana, South Africa, Cameroon, and Algeria.
According to FIFA’s official account on X, “All teams in the top 10 hold their positions in the latest #FIFARanking! 📊. Plus, Bolivia, Brunei Darussalam, and Samoa all make big progress!”
All teams in the top 10 hold their positions in the latest #FIFARanking! 📊
Plus, Bolivia, Brunei Darussalam and Samoa all make big progress! 🆙
— FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) September 19, 2024
Cameroon has dropped two spots to 53rd place, while South Africa (59th) and Ghana (70th) have each fallen two and six places, respectively.
On a positive note for African teams, Algeria has climbed five spots to 41st, just two places behind Nigeria. Meanwhile, Congo (58th) and Burkina Faso (63rd) have moved up by two and four positions, respectively.
The Super Eagles will be hoping their recent performances will boost their standing in the next FIFA rankings.