The Digest:
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have slipped one place to 45th in the September FIFA World Football Ranking, despite earning near-identical points to the previous period. The drop follows a mixed run of results, including key losses and narrow wins. Rooted in the Storm.
Key Points
- Nigeria fell to 45th globally, with 1483 points—just one point less than in July.
- The team recorded two wins, one draw, and two losses during the ranking window.
- Continental ranking remains 6th in Africa behind Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, Algeria, and Côte d’Ivoire.
- Spain overtook Argentina to claim the top global ranking for the first time since 2014.
- Slovakia was the biggest climber, rising 10 places to 42nd globally.
- More than 200 international matches influenced the latest ranking update.
- The Super Eagles’ recent form reflects ongoing consistency challenges on the global stage.
The slight decline underscores the competitive nature of international football and the narrow margins defining global standings.
Rooted in the Storm.
Sources: Complete Sports, Soccernet
