The FIFA Ranking was made public on Thursday, April 4, 2024. One notable breakthrough is that of Ivory Coast. Emerse Faé’s men, steadily progressing since their journey in the 2023 AFCON, have gained a significant position. Conversely, Morocco’s ranking has taken a hit.
On Thursday, April 4, 2024, FIFA unveiled the updated ranking of national teams, shining a spotlight on the remarkable rise of Ivory Coast in the global football landscape. While attention has often been on traditional African football powers such as Senegal, Nigeria, or Egypt, it’s now Ivory Coast that garners attention with its rapid ascent.
Despite dropping one spot globally to Colombia, Morocco maintains its position as the leader in Africa, ranking 13th globally with a total of 1663.39 FIFA points. Senegal closely follows, climbing to 17th place with 1620.74 points, followed by Nigeria in 30th place with 1522.26 points, and Egypt in 37th place with 1500.38 points. However, it’s Ivory Coast that surprises by landing in 38th place globally with 1494.57 points, a performance showcasing the steady rise of Ivorian football. This surge can be attributed to the concerted efforts of players, coaches, and football authorities in Ivory Coast to develop and promote the sport at all levels.
Ivory Coast has moved up by one spot, surpassing footballing nations like Turkey, Tunisia, Algeria, and even Erling Haaland’s Norway. By overtaking traditionally dominant nations such as Tunisia (41st place), Algeria (43rd place), and Cameroon (51st place), Ivory Coast demonstrates its determination to establish itself as a major force on both the African and international football scenes.
The FIFA ranking also reveals other interesting trends, with teams like Mali (44th place), South Africa (59th place), and Burkina Faso (62nd place) solidifying their presence in the global top 100.
However, some African nations continue to struggle to carve out a place among the best, exemplified by Guinea (116th place), Ghana (68th place), and Gabon (84th place), who are striving to regain their past form and prominence.
The African Top 20 in the FIFA Ranking :
1 – Morocco: 13th in the world with 1663.39 points
2 – Senegal: 17th in the world with 1620.74 points
3 – Nigeria: 30th in the world with 1522.26 points
4 – Egypt: 37th in the world with 1500.38 points
5 – Ivory Coast: 38th in the world with 1494.57 points
6 – Tunisia: 41st in the world with 1491.15 points
7 – Algeria: 43rd in the world with 1480.24 points
8 – Mali: 44th in the world with 1469.81 points
9 – Cameroon: 51st in the world with 1452.59 points
10 – South Africa: 59th in the world with 1410.23 points
11 – Burkina Faso: 62nd in the world with 1399.92 points
12 – DR Congo: 63rd in the world with 1388.25 points
13 – Cape Verde: 65th in the world with 1377.06 points
14 – Guinea: 116th in the world with 1320.42 points
15 – Ghana: 68th in the world with 1363.42 points
16 – Gabon: 84th in the world with 1289.52 points
17 – Angola: 94th in the world with 1238.11 points
18 – Mozambique: 110th in the world with 1184.49 points
19 – Togo: 113th in the world with 1165.74 points
20 – Libya: 114th in the world with 1159.51 points
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