Super Eagles Hold 26th Spot in April FIFA Rankings
The Nigerian Super Eagles have maintained their 26th position in the world in the latest FIFA men’s rankings released this morning. Despite missing out on the 2026 World Cup, the team’s recent performances in international friendlies—a 2-1 victory over Iran and a 2-2 draw with Jordan—were enough to keep them as the third-highest-ranked team in Africa. The rankings show France overtaking both Argentina and Spain to claim the world’s number one spot.
Within the African continent, the Super Eagles remain behind Morocco (8th) and Senegal (14th). The 2025 AFCON champions, Morocco, continue to dominate the African standings, while Nigeria sits comfortably ahead of traditional powerhouses like Algeria and Egypt. Coach Eric Chelle’s side will now have to wait until the 2027 AFCON qualifiers in September to gain more ranking points, as they will be spectators during this summer’s World Cup in North America.
While the ranking provides some pride for Nigerian football fans, it also serves as a reminder of the team’s absence from the world's biggest stage. The NFF has been under pressure to reorganize the national team’s setup to ensure qualification for future tournaments. However, being in the top 30 globally ensures that Nigeria will likely be "top-seeded" for the next round of continental qualifiers, giving them an easier path to redemption in 2027.
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