The Moroccan national team regained the fifth place globally in the latest FIFA ranking, achieving a historic milestone equivalent to the best position the Atlas Lions have ever reached. This remarkable progress came after the Moroccan team’s points rose to 1803.99, benefiting from Brazil’s decline following their friendly draw with Australia at one goal each, which dropped the Samba team to sixth place in the ranking.
This achievement marks a significant milestone in African football history, as the Moroccan team became the first from the African continent to reach this prestigious ranking. The Atlas Lions had made a similar rise to fifth place on June 20, following their 1-0 victory over Scotland in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup, confirming their consistent strong performance.
At the top, the Spanish national team maintained its position at number one after winning the World Cup title, while Argentina came second, France third, and England fourth. These changes in the ranking reflect the fluctuating performances of some major teams and confirm the stability and development of Moroccan football, which continues to consolidate its status among the elite global teams thanks to its outstanding results.
Tonight, Friday, the Moroccan national team will host Gabon at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat, in the opening round of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The Atlas Lions hope to continue their winning streak and affirm their worthiness of the fifth place by delivering a strong performance in front of their fans.
