Chipolopolo Boys Climb FIFA Rankings After Africa Cup Qualification

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