Bafana Bafana Slip Out Of Africa's Top 10 In Latest FIFA Rankings
- Bafana Bafana have slipped out of the top 10 national teams in Africa, according to the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday.
- Despite avoiding defeat against Uganda and South Sudan in the AFCON 2025 qualifiers, the South African men's football team couldn’t boost their ranking.
- Briefly News takes a closer look at the top 10 highest-ranked national teams in Africa in the latest FIFA rankings.
The South African men's national team, Bafana Bafana, experienced a bit of a setback in the latest FIFA Rankings, all thanks to their performance during the recent international break. It wasn’t exactly the kind of showing that would propel them higher in the standings.
In the two AFCON 2025 qualifiers they played against Uganda and South Sudan, Bafana managed to keep things level in the first match at home, drawing, and then eked out a hard-fought 3-2 victory over South Sudan in the second game. While these results were admirable, they weren’t enough to keep the team in the top 10 rankings in Africa.
Briefly News is here to break it down for you, highlighting the top 10 highest-ranked African men’s national teams in the latest FIFA rankings. Hugo Broos’ side has now slipped out of the mix, leaving fans wondering what the future holds.
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Top 10 African Nations in New FIFA Rankings
1. Morocco
The Atlas Lions had an incredible run during the AFCON qualifiers. They absolutely dominated, defeating Gabon 4-1 at Adrar Stadium in Agadir and then secured another victory with a 1-0 win over Lesotho at the same venue. Morocco not only held onto the top spot in Africa but also climbed to 14th in the global rankings. Talk about consistency!
2. Senegal
The Teranga Lions didn’t have the smoothest ride during the international break. They drew against Burkina Faso at home and then managed a narrow 1-0 victory over Burundi, thanks to Ismaila Sarr’s second-half penalty. Despite this, the AFCON 2021 champions remain a formidable force, sitting in second place in Africa but slipping slightly to 21st globally.
3. Egypt
The Pharaohs are on a roll! After winning both of their fixtures in the AFCON qualifiers—beating Cape Verde 3-0 and Botswana 4-0—they’ve surged up the global FIFA rankings. This impressive performance has moved them five spots higher globally and solidified their third-place standing in Africa. Looks like the Pharaohs are ready to make some noise!
4. Ivory Coast
The reigning African champions, Ivory Coast, are showing no signs of slowing down. They’ve climbed five places in the new rankings, now sitting at 33rd in the world and fourth in Africa. Their perfect start to the AFCON qualifiers, with victories over Zambia and Chad, is a testament to their dominance. This team is firing on all cylinders!
5. Tunisia
Tunisia has started their AFCON qualifiers campaign with a bang. The Carthage Eagles defeated Madagascar and Gambia, securing all six points in their opening fixtures. This stellar performance has helped them climb five places in the new rankings, making them a force to be reckoned with in the African football scene.
6. Nigeria
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have managed to maintain their position on the global rankings, sitting at 39th. However, they’ve slipped from fifth to sixth in Africa after drawing against Rwanda and only narrowly beating Benin Republic in the qualifiers. It’s clear that they need to step up their game if they want to reclaim their former glory.
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7. Algeria
8. Cameroon
9. Mali
10. Congo DR
Bafana Bafana, unfortunately, dropped two places in the global rankings, moving from 57th to 59th. They now sit in 11th place in Africa, according to iDiskiTimes. It’s a tough pill to swallow for fans who were hoping for better results.
McKenzie Demands Results from Bafana Bafana
Briefly News reported earlier that national sports minister Gayton McKenzie has laid down two clear mandates for Safa and Bafana Bafana. The minister is calling for immediate results and has stated that while he’s willing to support the team, there’s a limit to how long he’ll wait for improvement. It’s time for Bafana to step up and deliver, or they might find themselves under increased scrutiny. The pressure is on, and the eyes of the nation are watching closely.
