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The latest FIFA World Rankings have arrived, and the African scene is looking as competitive as ever—with some familiar names holding their ground and others slipping into tight battles for position.
Morocco Remain Africa’s Top Dog
Morocco continue their impressive run as the highest-ranked African nation. They sit 12th in the world and 1st on the continent, a reward for their consistency in recent international competitions. Their performance at the 2022 World Cup and continued strong form has clearly not gone unnoticed.
Senegal occupy 18th place in the world and 2nd in Africa, maintaining their status as one of the continent's powerhouses. Egypt follow closely in 32nd globally and 3rd in Africa, reminding everyone that their pedigree remains strong.
North and West Africa Dominate the Top Six
Algeria are 4th in Africa and 35th worldwide, while Nigeria sit 41st globally and 5th on the continent. Ivory Coast round out the top six, ranking 42nd in the world and 6th in Africa. These sides continue to set the pace in both continental and global football.
Tunisia, Mali, Cameroon, and South Africa in the Chase
Tunisia hold the 7th spot in Africa and 43rd worldwide. Mali follow at 8th on the continent and 53rd in the world. Cameroon (54th globally, 9th in Africa) and South Africa (59th globally, 10th in Africa) complete the top ten, with all four teams hoping to climb further in upcoming qualifiers.
DR Congo, Burkina Faso, and Cape Verde Show Promise
DR Congo are 11th in Africa and 60th globally, while Burkina Faso come next at 63rd in the world and 12th on the continent. Cape Verde continue their steady rise, claiming 71st globally and 13th in Africa.
Ghana Drop to 14th in Africa
One of the most surprising talking points is Ghana. The Black Stars are now 73rd in the world and 14th in Africa—a position far below their historical standing. With World Cup qualifiers and the AFCON ahead, Ghanaians will be looking for a strong response from the national team.
Gabon Wrap Up the Top 15
Gabon close the list of Africa’s top-ranked teams, sitting 77th in the world and 15th on the continent. Their presence highlights the tightly contested nature of African football, where rankings can shift quickly based on performance.
The Bigger Picture
From North Africa’s dominance to West Africa’s battles for redemption, the new FIFA ranking paints a vivid picture of where the continent stands on the global stage. Morocco’s leadership reinforces their status as Africa’s current benchmark, while countries like Ghana and Cameroon face added pressure to reclaim past glory.
As upcoming international fixtures approach, football fans across the world will be watching closely to see who climbs, who drops, and who shocks the rankings next.
