Nigeria experiences its largest decline in the November FIFA rankings, raising concerns over the country’s football performance.
The latest FIFA rankings, released on Thursday, show Nigeria experiencing the most significant decline due to their lackluster performances in the recent international window.
In the November rankings, the three-time African champions dropped eight places globally, sliding from 36th to 44th.
The team’s total points have decreased from 1503 to 1482.23.
Nigeria is ranked fifth among African teams, following Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, and Algeria.
The low rating is not surprising, considering the Super Eagles’ recent performances: a 1-2 loss at home in Uyo to lower-ranked Rwanda and only securing a 1-1 draw with Benin Republic during the last phase of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 qualifiers.
In the global rankings, Argentina held the top position, with France in second and Spain in third. England and Brazil are ranked fourth and fifth, respectively.
Niger achieved the most significant advancement in the rankings, ascending nine positions to reach 122nd place globally with a score of 31.23 points.
The rankings take into account a packed international football schedule featuring World Cup 2026 qualifiers, AFCON 2025 games, and Nations League matches.
