Super Eagles fall 7 places on FIFA rank

Though the Super Eagles managed to maintain her position in May, which was the last time the FIFA rating was released, rankings have changed against Nigeria.

This changed this time as international friendlies were played within that period s the Eagles dropped from third to fifth in the continent and to the 34th spot globally, having accrued 1480 points.

Gernot Rohr’s men failed to win any of their three international games, losing twice and settling for a draw once.

Senegal are ranked first in Africa and 21st in the world with 1545 points, while Tunisia’s Carthage Eagles are now 28th globally and second in Africa after accruing 1515 points.

Globally, Belgium retained top spot, while Euro 2020 winners Italy moved up into the top five behind runners-up England.

The next rankings is scheduled to be published on 16 September 2021.