Nigeria's Super Eagles drop to 39th in FIFA rankings due to recent World Cup qualifier results.

Nigeria's national football team, the Super Eagles, have dropped one spot to 39th in the latest FIFA rankings, released on Thursday. Despite remaining fifth in Africa, the team's recent performance in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers has contributed to the decline, with a draw against South Africa and a loss to Benin Republic. Argentina maintains its top global position, followed by France, with Spain climbing five places to third.

July 18, 2024
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