The triumph in the 2026 World Cup has also restored Spain to the throne of world football. After the 1-0 victory over Argentina in the World Cup final, “La Roja” climbs to first place in the latest FIFA rankings, leaving behind the Argentines, who drop to second position.
The World Cup has also brought changes to the rest of the rankings. Brazil and Morocco gain one position each and overtake Portugal, while Belgium climbs to eighth place ahead of the Netherlands. Mexico also returns to the top ten for the first time since March 2022, while Germany remains outside the Top 10. Outside the “top 10” are four-time world champions Italy again.
The new FIFA rankings confirm the dominance of Spain, which after the world title returns to the top of international football.
