The Digest:
Nigeria's national football team, the Super Eagles, has risen twelve positions to 26th in the world in the latest FIFA ranking released on Monday. This significant climb follows the team's third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, where they won six of their seven matches under coach Eric Chelle. The team also recorded the highest points gain of any nation, adding over 79 ranking points.
Key Points:
- The rise boosts national pride and morale among Nigerian football fans worldwide.
- A higher ranking can improve the team's seeding for future draws, potentially easing their path in tournaments.
- The Nigerian Football Federation and players benefit from enhanced global prestige and recognition.
- This jump signals the growing competitive strength and consistency of top African teams on the world stage.
- The timing reinforces positive momentum for the team as they begin campaigns for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
The team will aim to consolidate this position with strong performances in their upcoming international fixtures.
Sources: Complete Sports, Soccernet
