Spain FIFA Rankings: Top 16 Since 2014

Spain FIFA Rankings: Top 16 Since 2014

September 18, 2025 David Thompson - Sports Editor Sports

Here’s a ​breakdown of the information from the provided text​ regarding⁤ the ​FIFA⁣ men’s‌ rankings as of Thursday:

* Spain is now​ ranked #1, marking the first time they’ve held the top spot ⁢as June 2014.
* France moved up to #2.
* Argentina fell to #3.
*‌ England remains ⁣at #4.
* Portugal ​climbed to ⁣#5, swapping ​places ⁤with…
* Brazil who dropped to⁣ #6.
* Morocco is the highest-ranked⁢ African nation at #11.
* Japan leads⁣ Asia at #19.

Key factors influencing‍ the rankings:

* Spain’s‌ two ‍wins in 2026 ⁢World Cup qualifying.
* Argentina’s loss in a World Cup ⁣qualifier to Ecuador.
* Brazil’s loss ‌in a World ⁤Cup qualifier‌ to Bolivia.