Morocco has reached the highest FIFA World Ranking position in its history, climbing to 7th place with 1,756.94 points just days before the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Morocco Reaches Historic 7th Place in FIFA World Ranking
The Moroccan national team has written a new chapter in its football history after climbing to 7th place in the FIFA World Ranking, the best position ever achieved by the Atlas Lions since the ranking system was created.
According to the latest ranking published by FIFA, Morocco now has 1,756.94 points, moving up one place and confirming its status as one of the strongest national teams in world football ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Latest FIFA Ranking: Top 10 National Teams
| Rank | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 1877.32 |
| 2 | Spain | 1876.40 |
| 3 | Argentina | 1874.81 |
| 4 | England | 1825.97 |
| 5 | Portugal | 1763.83 |
| 6 | Brazil | 1762.66 |
| 7 | Morocco | 1756.94 |
| 8 | Netherlands | 1751.10 |
| 9 | Belgium | 1739.55 |
| 10 | Germany | 1731.30 |
Morocco Becomes Africa’s Highest-Ranked Team
Morocco’s rise to 7th place also confirms its position as the highest-ranked African national team and the leading Arab team in the FIFA World Ranking.
The Atlas Lions are ranked ahead of several major football nations, including the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany, underlining the scale of Morocco’s progress in recent years.
A Strong Signal Before the FIFA World Cup 2026
This historic ranking comes just days before Morocco begins its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The timing gives the national team additional confidence as it prepares to compete on the biggest stage in world football.
Morocco’s rise reflects a long period of consistency, strong international results and the momentum created by its historic performance at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where the Atlas Lions became the first African and Arab team to reach the semi-finals.
Africa’s Leading Teams in the FIFA Ranking
| World Rank | African Team |
|---|---|
| 7 | Morocco |
| 14 | Senegal |
| 25 | Nigeria |
| 28 | Algeria |
| 29 | Egypt |
| 46 | Tunisia |
Why Morocco’s FIFA Ranking Matters
The new ranking is more than a symbolic achievement. It shows that Morocco is no longer viewed only as a dangerous outsider, but as a national team firmly established among world football’s elite.
With a squad built around experienced leaders, internationally established stars and a new generation of elite talents, Morocco enters the World Cup period with high expectations and growing global respect.
Morocco’s Momentum Continues
The Atlas Lions’ latest climb confirms the strength of the project built around the national team. From the historic run in Qatar to the current World Cup preparations, Morocco has maintained a clear upward trajectory.
As the team travels to the United States for the 2026 tournament, the message is clear: Morocco will arrive not only as Africa’s leading team, but as one of the highest-ranked national sides in the world.
FAQ: Morocco FIFA Ranking 2026
What is Morocco’s FIFA ranking?
Morocco is ranked 7th in the FIFA World Ranking with 1,756.94 points.
Is this Morocco’s best FIFA ranking ever?
Yes. Seventh place is the highest FIFA ranking ever achieved by the Moroccan national team.
Is Morocco the highest-ranked African team?
Yes. Morocco is currently the highest-ranked African national team and the leading Arab team in the FIFA ranking.
Which teams are ranked above Morocco?
France, Spain, Argentina, England, Portugal and Brazil are ranked ahead of Morocco.
Why is Morocco’s ranking important before the World Cup?
The ranking confirms Morocco’s status as one of the world’s strongest national teams and gives the Atlas Lions additional momentum before the FIFA World Cup 2026.
