FIFA Rankings 2026: The latest FIFA men’s world rankings for 2026 have brought several interesting shifts to international football. Spain continues to dominate the global rankings, holding onto the top spot, while Argentina and France sit in second and third place, respectively. Portugal has also made significant progress, securing a place within the top five.
According to the latest official FIFA rankings released on October 7, 2026, Spain remains the world’s number-one football team. The next official update to the FIFA men’s world rankings is scheduled for November 18, 2026.
FIFA Men's World Rankings 2026: Top 10 Teams
Spain leads the rankings following an impressive run of international performances. Argentina, the 2026 FIFA World Cup runners-up, remain in second place, while France complete the top three.
| Rank | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | Spain |
| 2 | Argentina |
| 3 | France |
| 4 | England |
| 5 | Portugal |
| 6 | Brazil |
| 7 | Morocco |
| 8 | Belgium |
| 9 | Netherlands |
| 10 | Mexico |
Spain Leads the Way in 2026 FIFA Rankings
Spain has further solidified its position at the top of the FIFA Men’s World Rankings. The reigning world champions have extended their lead over Argentina, thanks to a series of impressive international performances.
Argentina remains in second place, while France holds the third spot. England sits in fourth, meaning European teams now occupy all of the top four positions.
Portugal Makes a Significant Leap in FIFA Rankings
A major talking point in the latest FIFA rankings is Portugal’s rise to fifth place. Portugal has climbed two spots, moving ahead of both Brazil and Morocco.
Brazil has slipped to sixth, while Morocco now sits in seventh. The top 10 is rounded out by Belgium, the Netherlands, and Mexico.
India’s Position in the 2026 FIFA Rankings
According to the latest data, the Indian men’s national football team is ranked 138th in the FIFA World Rankings as of November 2026. India has 1,086.43 ranking points and currently ranks 26th among the 46 teams in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).
India’s best-ever FIFA ranking was 94th, achieved in February 1996. The national team will aim to improve its standing by delivering stronger performances in upcoming international matches.
When Will the Next FIFA Rankings Be Updated?
Football fans won’t have to wait long for the next official ranking update. FIFA has scheduled the announcement of the next men’s world rankings for November 18, 2026.
This update may see changes in the rankings of several national teams, based on their recent international results.How does FIFA calculate world rankings?
FIFA calculates the rankings of international teams using an 'Elo-based' points system.
This system takes several factors into account, such as match results, the strength of the opposing team, and the importance of the match.Teams gain or lose ranking points based on their performance. Winning against highly-ranked teams can earn them more points, while an unexpected defeat can cause their ranking to drop.
