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FIFA Rankings: Loss to Algeria affects Super Eagles’ position in latest rankings

The Super Eagles played a disappointing 2-1 loss against Algeria during the last international break, and it has affected their placement 

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have dropped two spots to 32nd in the World in the latest FIFA World rankings.

The three-time African champions were 30th in the world and third in Africa as at the last ranking by the Federation Internationale de Football Association.

However, during the last international break in September, Nigeria suffered a 2-1 loss to Algeria. That result has now affected Nigeria’s ranking, as according to the latest release by FIFA, The Super Eagles are 32nd in the World and 30th in Africa.

Senegal, Morocco, and Tunisia sit pretty in the top three positions, while Algeria, are fifth on the continent.

Which Country made the biggest move in the latest rankings?

Scotland picked two wins and one draw from their last three games in the international break, and it was evident in the rankings. The Tartan Terriers climbed five spots up to the 40th position.

Also, after wins against Belarus, Slovakia, and Kazakhstan in the last international break, Azerbaijan climbed five spots up to 123rd in the world.

 

Norway were poor in the period on view, losing two games against Serbia and Slovenia. And their poor display showed as they dropped six places to 42nd on the rankings.

Top ten countries in the world

The top ten is unchanged, as Brazil still lead the pack. Belgium, Argentina, France, England, Italy Spain, Netherlands, Portugal, and Denmark complete the top ten countries.

 

This post was last modified on October 6, 2022 12:26 pm

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