FIFA rankings update: Spain take top spot, Ukraine slip to 33rd

The latest FIFA men's world rankings have been released, reshuffled after the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup. The biggest shift sees Spain leapfrog Argentina into first place following La Roja's triumph at the tournament. France remain third, holding their position just behind the two powerhouses. Ukraine, meanwhile, have dropped one place to 33rd with 1549.29 points. The slide was caused by South Korea moving up to 32nd, nudging the Blue and Yellow down the order. It's a frustrating development for a side that had hoped to climb rather than fall. The top ten now reads: Spain (1874.81), Argentina (1873.01), France (1869.43), England, Morocco, Brazil, Portugal, Netherlands, Belgium, and Mexico. The complete list reflects the shifting landscape of international football after a dramatic World Cup cycle. The FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking, introduced in 1993, awards points based on match results, with better performances yielding higher positions. The next update will be watched closely as teams begin their post-World Cup campaigns.