New FIFA ranking: The global top 10 ahead of the 2026 World Cup! (Official)

FIFA unveils its latest rankings just before the World Cup kicks off!

World Today at 08:45

Just hours before the 2026 World Cup kicks off, FIFA has released its latest update to the world rankings. This prestigious Top 10 gives a snapshot of the powerhouses set to battle for glory as the tournament gets underway.

With only a few hours to go before the official start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA has unveiled its updated world rankings. This hierarchy will serve as a reference as the 48 qualified nations prepare to compete in the most prestigious tournament in international football.

1. Argentina — 1877.27 points (+2 places)

2. Spain — 1874.71 points

3. France — 1870.70 points (-2 places)

4. England — 1828.02 points

5. Portugal — 1767.85 points

6. Brazil — 1765.86 points

7. Morocco — 1755.10 points (+1 place)

8. Netherlands — 1753.57 points (-1 place)

9. Belgium — 1742.24 points

10. Germany — 1735.77 points

A final benchmark before the World Cup

This update comes at a crucial juncture, as the 2026 World Cup kicks off on June 11 in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. While the FIFA rankings offer no guarantee of success on the pitch, they do provide a glimpse of each nation’s current momentum before the action begins.

However, past editions have often shown that theoretical gaps can quickly vanish on football’s biggest stage. The favorites will be aiming to live up to their billing, while several dark horses hope to spring a surprise in a tournament that promises to be more open than ever.