FIFA Ranking April 2026: Top 10 Ranked Teams, Biggest Climbers and Losers as Latest Ranking Announced

FIFA released its latest Men's World Ranking on April 1, 2026, capturing performances from the March international window.

France surged back to the No. 1 position with 1,877.32 points, climbing two places after impressive results. Spain slipped to second with 1,876.40 points, while Argentina held third with 1,874.81 points. The top three teams are separated by less than three points in an incredibly tight contest.

England maintained fourth place, Portugal climbed into the top five, and Brazil dropped to sixth. The Netherlands, Morocco, Belgium, and Germany completed a highly competitive top 10. Europe continues to dominate the upper ranks, though Morocco’s strong presence signals growing African influence in global football.

FIFA Ranking Top 10 Teams

Best Climbers and Biggest Downfalls

Vietnam stood out as the biggest climber of the month, soaring nine positions and gaining the most points (+36.17). The Southeast Asian team delivered strong performances that significantly boosted their ranking. Kosovo also achieved a new national record, reaching 78th place.

On the other end, Malaysia suffered the steepest decline, dropping 17 spots after a poor international window and losing 59.67 points. Such dramatic shifts often result from heavy defeats or missed opportunities in key matches.