FIFA has published its latest ranking of women's teams ahead of the World Cup. In Africa, Nigeria is still top. The Super Falcons have also moved up two places in the world rankings, and are now 40th. South Africa (54th) is second in Africa, while Cameroon (56th) completes the podium. The next rankings will be published on 25 August.
Globally, the podium remains unchanged. The United States is in the lead, followed by Germany and Sweden.
The final #FIFARanking ahead of the #FIFAWWC! 📈
🇪🇸 and 🇧🇷 both climb the table! 💪
— FIFA Women's World Cup (@FIFAWWC) June 9, 2023