Shake-up amongst leaders in latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking

Some 276 relevant international fixtures have been contested since the previous instalment of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking was published last December.  England up one place following victory over leaders Spain

Lauren Hemp of England celebrates scoring her team's first goal with teammate Alex Greenwood during the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup Qualifier between England and Spain at Wembley Stadium

France reclaim top spot in the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking

The first period in which the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking has been updated in real time during national team matches has brought a raft of changes to the standings with a total of 166 men’s internationals have been played since the last update

Désiré Doué of France celebrates scoring 

FIFA/Coca-Cola World Rankings go live with real-time updates during men’s and women’s national team matches

The FIFA/Coca-Cola World Rankings will now be updated live in an exciting and innovative change that will mean fans can see where their country ranks as goals are scored in matches around the world.

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AFCON finalists Morocco and Senegal steal limelight in January 2026 FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking

The recently concluded CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has made a significant impact on the January 2026 edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking, with both finalists, perhaps unsurprisingly, making significant strides.

Ismaila Sarr of Senegal and Abdessmad Ezzalzouli of Morocco battle for the ball during the AFCON final between Morocco and Senegal at Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah, Rabat

Spain end 2025 atop FIFA/Coca-Cola Men's World Ranking, Jordan jump

The December 2025 edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking – the last of the year – has landed following the latest 41 international duels, with the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™having taken centre stage.

Mikel Merino of Spain celebrates

Spain hold firm atop December’s FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Ranking

Following four months packed with continental competitions and FIFA Women’s World Cup™ qualifiers, the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking has undergone a major reshuffle since the previous update.

Claudia Pina of Spain celebrates scoring her team's third goal during the UEFA Women's Nations League 2025 final second leg match between Spain and Germany at Estadio Metropolitano on December 02 in Madrid

Spain first as Brazil bolster top 10 berth in FIFA/Coca-Cola Men's World Ranking

With the latest round of qualifiers done and dusted, UEFA and Concacaf sides punched their tickets to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and claimed the final direct spots ahead of the Play-Off Tournament and European Play-Off draws to be held on 20 November.

Estevao of Brazil celebrates after scoring his team's first goal with teammates during the international friendly match between Brazil and Tunisia in Lille, France

Argentina and Germany headline top 10 reshuffle in latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking

Following a thrilling round of 173 national-team outings that included FIFA World Cup 26™ qualifiers across five continents, and a flurry of friendlies, the October edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking serves up several eye-catching changes.

Nick Woltemade of Germany celebrates after scoring his side's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Northern Ireland and Germany at the National Football Stadium at Windsor Park in Belfast

High-flying Solomon Islands reach new heights with FIFA’s support

Women’s football in the Solomon Islands has reached multiple milestones in recent years backed by FIFA's support and the Melanesian nation recently becoming Oceanian champions for the first time underscoring their recent development. 

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Spain surge back to first place in FIFA/Coca-Cola Men's World Ranking amid top 10 shake-up

After a hiatus following the rousing success of the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup™, men’s international football action returned to the global stage with a bang earlier this month in the shape of a string of FIFA World Cup 26™ qualifiers

Spain's #21 Mikel Oiarzabal celebrates with #19 Lamine Yamal after scoring during the FIFA World Cup 2026 European qualifying match against Bulgaria on September 4, 2025

Spain regain top spot in FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking; Bangladesh climb high

Women’s football has enjoyed an action-packed two months, with continental competitions causing a shake-up in the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking. 

Spain's forward #09 Esther Gonzalez celebrates 

Croatia back in Top 10 of FIFA/Coca-Cola Men's World Ranking; Mexico make waves

World champions Argentina remain out ahead in the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking, while Mexico have the top 10 in sight after claiming Concacaf Gold Cup glory. 

Mexico's forward #09 Raul Jimenez celebrates

USA remain on top despite major South American strides in latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking

Stars and Stripes feeling heat despite flying high atop FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking. Buoyant Brazil now just below podium, Colombia enter top 20

Marta Silva of Brazil (L) celebrates 

Back in the Top 50 and keeping their World Cup dreams alive, Paraguay's development efforts pay off

Paraguay last featured in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking Top 50 in July 2023. They also cemented their ambition to return to the World Cup for the first time since 2010.  APF Head of Development speaks about this.

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Spain seize second spot in latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking™

Argentina (1st) remain top thanks to impressive wins away to Uruguay (1-0) and at home to Brazil (4-1), but the Albiceleste have new company, as Spain (2nd, up 1) took full advantage of France’s (3rd, down 1) slip-up in Croatia to secure second spot.

Spain's players celebrate

Gibraltar rock past multiple milestones in FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking™

A new name appeared in the December 2024 edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking™ as Gibraltar's arrival swelled the list of ranked international teams to 195.

Gibraltar's line-up v Faroe Islands

African delight and Japanese jump amid FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking™ highlights

The latest instalment of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking™ marks a number of milestones. 

Lilian Awuor, goalkeeper of Kenya celebrates victory with teammates during the 2026 Women's Africa Cup Of Nations Qualifier between Tunisia and Kenya

Nina Patalon and Poland climb to new heights 

Poland's landmark 2024 saw them book their place at UEFA Women's EURO 2025. Head coach Nina Patalon discusses how women's football is developing in her country

Nina Patalon of Poland gestures 

Tarciane looking ahead to FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027™ with As Canarinhas

Seleçao defender Tarciane talks with Inside FIFA after a big year for Brazil, who were selected as hosts for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup™.

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Annual FIFA/Coca-Cola Men's World Ranking™ glee for Argentina and Angola

Just as they did in 2023, Argentina (1st) sign off for the year in top spot, with France (2nd) and Spain (3rd) joining them on the podium.

Zini of Angola celebrates

USWNT end year as No.1 in FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Ranking

 Almost four months have passed since the last edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Ranking, during which time 176 internationals have been played. 

Lynn Williams #6, Emma Sears #26, and Mallory Swanson #9 of United States celebrate 

Nip and tuck at the top while Niger hit the heights

This month’s international action featured no fewer than 192 encounters providing a major impact across the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking where Canada, Kosovo and Comoros reached new heights while Niger were the biggest movers. 

Oumar Sako of Niger (L) celebrates with teammate Boubacar Djibrill Goumey

FIFA Support Helps Botswana, Comoros and Angola climb the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking

October witnessed outstanding performances from three African teams in the qualifiers for the next CAF Africa Cup of Nations, which will take place in Morocco from December 21 2025, to January 12 2026. 

Botswana's players pose for a team photo

Argentina still top FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking™, Comoros continue climb

Thirty-two qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup 26™, 47 for the CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025, 79 Nations League matches and 17 friendlies were played during the recent international window.

Comoros celebrate victory 

Victory, history and hope for San Marino

San Marino beat Liechtenstein 1-0 on 5 September, marking a historic victory. La Serenissima have now ended a run of 140 games without a win. A promising victory for the team ranked last in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Rankings

Nicko Sensoli celebrates his goal against Liechtenstein

San Marino buoyant as Brunei and Samoa soar

Bolivia, Samoa, Brunei Darussalam and San Marino make major strides

Muhammad Nurikhwan Bin Othman of Brunei Darussalam celebrates

Dalila López and Nicaragua are broadening their horizons

Las Pinoleras were the joint-biggest climbers in the latest edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking. Dalila López, Director of Women’s Football at the Nicaraguan FA, has been a driving force

Dalila Lopez (Nicaragua)

Liechtenstein reach landmark with FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Ranking

Liechtenstein have broken into the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking for first time.

Women's National Team of Liechtenstein

USA reclaim their crown

Twelve months after being ousted from the top of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking, the USA (1st, up 4) have made a triumphant return to the summit following their victorious Women’s Olympic Football Tournament 2024 campaign.

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Katerina Mileska, passion at the heart of the transmission process

“More women, more goals” is the slogan for the women's football development programme launched in 2021 by the Football Federation of North Macedonia. Three years on, their progress is clear to see.

Katerina Mileska of North Macedonia

Argentina rule the roost

Three continental competitions and a plethora of international friendlies during June and July generated plenty of movement in the latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking. 

FIFA Forward a “key factor in the survival of Liberia football”

The latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking has been released with Liberia the biggest riser in the recent update. The upturn in fortune follows significant investment in football from the Liberia Football Association and the FIFA Forward programme.

Mohammed Sangare of Liberia celebrates

Top three unchanged while Liberia make strides

There has been no shortage of international action since the previous edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking was published in April, and the throng of changes in the latest standings therefore come as no surprise.

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Iraqi women's football continues its transformation    

Iraq is the latest country to be included in the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Ranking. The Middle Eastern nation has made great efforts to develop the discipline.  FIFA Forward has played its part in the process.

Iraq women's national football team walks into the pitch

Spain stay top, France leapfrog England into second

Nearly three months have gone by since the FIFA/Cola-Cola Women's World Ranking was last published, and no fewer than 154 international football matches have been played during that timeframe. 

France's defender #03 Wendie Renard celebrates

Indonesian football is making good progress

Between November and December 2023, Indonesia hosted the FIFA U-17 World Cup™ and in the latest men’s FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking, Indonesia were the team with the biggest rise in places and points.

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Belgium on the podium, Qatar and Comoros on the march

A total of 174 matches, spanning all four corners of the globe, were played during the most recent window in the Men’s International Match Calendar with these matches having a significant effect on the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking.

Youri Tielemans of Belgium celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the international friendly match between England and Belgium at Wembley Stadium on March 26, 2024 in London, England.

Women’s game on the rise in Oceania’s football hotbed

An enhanced OFC Women's Champions League underlines growth across the Pacific in women's football, a fact that is particularly true for host nation Solomon Islands where there is a rare passion for football. 

Solomon Islands' Henderson Eels at the 2024 OFC Women's Champions League

Spain soaring, Solomon Islands climbing

Spain consolidate top spot in FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking

Spain's forward #08 Mariona Caldentey celebrates with teammates 

Lofty ambitions send Tajikistan into top 100 of global ranking

Tajikistan will have been over the moon to see their exploits on Qatari soil reflected in February’s edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking

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African and Asian teams grab the headlines in latest world ranking

Although it is a case of as you were amongst the ten teams that lead the way in the latest edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking, there is plenty of movement further down the standings following the CAF Africa Cup of Nations and AFC Asian Cup.

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Panama headline movers and shakers of 2023 men's world ranking

With only a few days left until the end of 2023, it's inevitable to look back to see the progress of men's world football in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking.

World Ranking Updates