The Moroccan national football team has risen to 7th place in the latest FIFA world rankings, released on October 7, 2026. This improvement is attributed to their recent performances, including two wins in the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations and a draw in a friendly match. As a result, Morocco has accumulated 1805.34 points. The team's progress has solidified its position as the top-ranked African team.
The latest rankings have seen significant changes, particularly with Portugal making a notable leap to 5th place, up two positions from July. This surge is largely due to their impressive performance in the UEFA Nations League, where they secured six victories. Consequently, Portugal has surpassed Brazil, which dropped to 6th place, and Morocco, which fell to 7th. Meanwhile, Spain maintains its lead at the top of the rankings, followed closely by Argentina, France, and England.
In the African context, Morocco continues to lead the rankings, with Senegal holding steady in 18th place globally and Egypt slipping to 25th place. The October rankings take into account 338 international matches played since the end of the World Cup on July 19. These matches, including UEFA and Concacaf Nations League games, as well as qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, have significantly impacted the current rankings.
The African continent is well-represented in the top 50, with Morocco, Senegal, and Egypt leading the charge. Notably, Mali and South Africa have made substantial gains, each climbing six places to 47th and 48th, respectively. These advancements have altered the distribution of top 50 teams by confederation, with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) now boasting 10 representatives in this elite group.
The CAF's growth in the top 50 has come at the expense of other confederations, including UEFA and CONMEBOL, each of which has lost a member. The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and Concacaf each maintain four teams within the top 50, while the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) remains largely outside this bracket. Several nations have made significant strides in the rankings, including Rwanda, Guinea-Bissau, and the Gambia.
The recent matches have not only affected African teams but also several nations from other continents. The Dominican Republic, Guyana, and Ireland have all made notable gains, with the former two achieving nine and eight-place improvements, respectively. These teams' performances in the UEFA and Concacaf Nations Leagues have contributed to their upward trajectory in the rankings.
As the football landscape continues to evolve, the latest FIFA rankings reflect the dynamic nature of international competitions. With Morocco leading the African charge and several teams making significant gains, the stage is set for an exciting and competitive 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Key points
- Morocco climbs to 7th in FIFA world rankings, its highest position yet.
- African teams make significant gains in top 50, with 10 representatives now part of this elite group.
- Portugal and Spain make notable improvements, securing 5th and 1st place respectively.
