Spain back at the top of the FIFA world rankings; Germany drops out
New FIFA ranking (July 20): Spain 1st after World Cup victory, Argentina 2nd, France 3rd. Germany falls out of the top 10; The Dutch team is 9th and Mexico moves up to 10th.
Spain back at the top of the FIFA world rankings; Germany drops out
According to Championat.
Background
Spain have reaffirmed their status as world champions by beating Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final. The victory has led to a significant rise in the FIFA world rankings, cementing their position as one of the top clubs in world football. The impact of this victory will also have an impact on their preparation for future competitions and qualifying tournaments.
Why this matters
Spain's regaining of the top spot in the FIFA World Rankings highlights their dominance in world football, especially after winning the 2026 World Cup. This success will not only impact their international reputation, but also their chances in future tournaments and qualifications. The rise of other teams, such as Mexico, demonstrates the competitive nature of world football, further influencing the dynamics in the run-up to the 2026 World Cup.
Key points
- Spain back at the top of the FIFA world rankings; Germany drops out.
- New FIFA ranking (July 20): Spain 1st after World Cup victory, Argentina 2, France 3.
- Испания возглавил рейтинг ФИФА, Германия выбыла из топ-10. Россия сохранила позицию.
Spain has regained the top position in the FIFA world rankings. In the latest version from July 20, the fresh world champion is back at number one, shortly after the 1-0 win over Argentina in the final of the 2026 World Cup. Under the leadership of national coach Luis de la Fuente, the Spaniards won their second world title and that weighs heavily in the calculation method of the world football association.
Because of that world title, Argentina has been overtaken and dropped back to second place. France remains third, while England maintains fourth position. It is also striking that Brazil rises to fifth place and Morocco ranks sixth. Portugal drops to seven, Belgium moves up to eight and the Dutch team is ninth. Mexico completes the top 10 after a strong tournament performance up to and including the eighth finals. Germany has fallen out of the top 10. Further down, Russia maintains its 35th position.
According to the published list (as of July 20), the top 10 is as follows, including points:
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- Spain - 1995.88
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- Argentina — 1970.37
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- France - 1948.97
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- England - 1922.83
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- Brazil — 1804.92
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- Morocco - 1803.99
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- Portugal - 1787.85
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- Belgium — 1778.36
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- Netherlands - 1775.54
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- Mexico - 1754.30 Also: Russia — 35th (1529.60).
For the Dutch team, ninth place means that the Netherlands remains in the global sub-top. The performance at the 2026 World Cup visibly counts, with every result against strong opponents earning extra points. The position in the rankings may have consequences for future pot divisions at tournaments and qualifying draws, although these divisions always depend on the specific regulations per event.
Mexico's entry into the top 10 is one of the most striking shifts. The team benefits from a strong final round with qualification for the eighth finals. Germany, on the other hand, leaves the top 10, which underlines how narrow the margins areare around the highest positions: one major tournament cycle can radically change the picture.
The FIFA world rankings are periodically updated based on official international matches, with higher weighting for matches in final tournaments such as the World Cup. That is why the shifts are traditionally greatest after a global final round. With Spain once again at the top of the list, Argentina close behind and France, England and Brazil in hot pursuit, the power field at the world top has once again been sharply defined. The Netherlands has a solid starting position to continue building in the coming international period and further reduce the gap with the top nations.
What's happening now
With Spain now in first place, the focus will be on maintaining this position in the run-up to the 2026 World Cup. The performance of the national team led by Luis de la Fuente will be crucial to their season outlook. For the Netherlands, who are ninth, it is essential to achieve strong results to qualify for the 2026 World Cup and possibly get a better draw in future tournaments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the score of the final between Spain and Argentina at the 2026 World Cup?
The score was 1-0 in favor of Spain.
How did Spain's victory over Argentina affect the FIFA world rankings?
With the victory, Spain regained first place and dropped Argentina to second place.
What is the current position of the Netherlands in the FIFA world rankings?
The Netherlands is in ninth place.
Which teams are the top 5 in the FIFA world rankings?
The top 5 are Spain, Argentina, France, England and Brazil.
What is the next match for Spain after the 2026 World Cup?
The specific next match for Spain is not mentioned in the article.
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