Friday, December 1, 2023

Super Eagles Remain Africa's Sixth-Ranked Team Despite Two Spot Drop in Latest FIFA World Ranking

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have dropped two spots to 42nd in the latest FIFA World rankings, but they remain the sixth-ranked team in Africa. The drop in ranking comes after the Super Eagles failed to win any of their two 2026 World Cup qualifying matches in November, drawing against Lesotho and Zimbabwe.

Despite the drop in ranking, the Super Eagles are still ahead of some of Africa's top teams, including Ghana, South Africa, and Ivory Coast. However, they are still behind Morocco, Senegal, Tunisia, Algeria, and Egypt.

The Super Eagles will be looking to improve their ranking in the next few months, starting with the Africa Cup of Nations commencing in January before their next World Cup qualifier against Benin in March.

What does this mean for the Super Eagles?

The drop in ranking is a setback for the Super Eagles, but it is not a major cause for concern. The team is still in a good position to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, and they have a number of talented players who can help them to improve their ranking.

Where do you think Nigeria will rank by the end of 2024?

It is difficult to say for sure where Nigeria will rank by the end of 2024, but I believe that they have the potential to be one of the top five teams in Africa. The team has a lot of young talent, and they are playing an attractive style of football. If they can continue to improve, they could be a force to be reckoned with in African football.

Here are some factors that could affect Nigeria's ranking in the next few years:

  • Their performance in the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations
  • The results of their remaining World Cup qualifiers
  • The development of their young players

I am optimistic that Nigeria can improve their ranking in the next few years and become one of the top teams in Africa.

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