Zambia’s national football team, the Chipolopolo Boys, have experienced a well-deserved rise in the FIFA rankings, thanks to their successful qualification for the 2024 Africa Cup. Their qualification was sealed with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Comoros.
Under the guidance of coach Avram Grant, the Copper Bullets have made significant strides in the FIFA rankings, ascending two spots from 84th to 82nd in the world. In the African context, Zambia has climbed from 18th to 16th, showcasing their growing prowess on the continent.
Morocco, currently ranked in the top 20 worldwide, has emerged as Africa’s number one team. Their consistent performance and impressive FIFA ranking underline their status as a footballing force to be reckoned with on the continent.
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While the Chipolopolo Boys celebrate their rise, Argentina maintains its top position in the FIFA world rankings. Portugal, on the other hand, continues its ascent in the top 10, reflecting their strong performances on the international stage.
Zambia’s FIFA ranking progression is a testament to their dedication, hard work, and recent successes in the world of football. As they prepare for the 2024 Africa Cup, fans can look forward to more exciting football action from this dynamic team.
Below are Africa’s top 20:
RK | Team | Total Points | Previous Points | +/- | Positions | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
13 | Morocco | 1658.32 | 1655.5 | 2.82 | ||
20 | Senegal | 1597.01 | 1612.61 | -15.60 | ||
29 | Tunisia | 1525.23 | 1516.66 | 8.57 | ||
34 | Algeria | 1509.5 | 1511.23 | -1.73 | ||
35 | Egypt | 1508.93 | 1509.89 | -0.96 | ||
40 | Nigeria | 1488.86 | 1486.48 | 2.38 | ||
41 | Cameroon | 1475.6 | 1470.97 | 4.63 | ||
49 | Mali | 1441.72 | 1438.01 | 3.71 | ||
50 | Côte d’Ivoire | 1437.89 | 1433.38 | 4.51 | ||
58 | Burkina Faso | 1408.87 | 1419.18 | -10.31 | ||
60 | Ghana | 1400 | 1391.13 | 8.87 | ||
64 | Congo DR | 1369.59 | 1350.11 | 19.48 | ||
65 | South Africa | 1368.25 | 1368.25 | 0.00 | ||
71 | Cabo Verde | 1337.29 | 1354.65 | -17.36 | ||
81 | Guinea | 1293.11 | 1296.75 | -3.64 | ||
82 | Zambia | 1289.63 | 1293.77 | -4.14 | ||
88 | Gabon | 1270.55 | 1285.25 | -14.70 | ||
89 | Uganda | 1259.97 | 1250.32 | 9.65 | ||
92 | Equatorial Guinea | 1248.98 | 1251.83 | -2.85 | ||
94 | Benin | 1245.44 | 1248.13 | -2.69 | ||
99 | Mauritania | 1207.39 | 1205.18 | 2.21 |
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