By Abiola Olawale
In the latest FIFA men’s world rankings released on Thursday, April 3, 2025, Nigeria’s Super Eagles have climbed one spot to secure the 43rd position globally.
The rise follows a victory over Rwanda and a hard-fought draw against Zimbabwe, boosting their standing from 44th in November 2024.
Despite this progress, Nigeria remains the fifth-ranked team in Africa.
Meanwhile, Argentina continues to reign supreme at the pinnacle of the rankings, solidifying its status as the world’s top footballing nation.
The reigning World Cup champions, led by Lionel Messi, have maintained their dominance with consistent performances, fending off challenges from Europe’s elite.
Spain and France follow closely in second and third places, respectively, while England and Brazil round out the top five.
Nigeria’s upward movement comes amidst the quest for qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
