Nigeria's national women's team, the Super Falcons, are still the best in Africa ahead of rivals South Africa and Ghana following the recent FIFA rankings.
Nigeria's Super Falcons have maintained their position as the top women's football team in Africa, according to the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday.
The Super Falcons remain the 36th best team globally, holding on strongly to their status as the continent's leading women's national team.
)
07:22 - 03.03.2025
Naija Stars Abroad: From Osimhen's goals to Bassey's United shocker — Nigerian men & women light up Europe
Nigerian stars shine across Europe as Osimhen and Sadiq score crucial goals, Bassey stuns Manchester United in FA Cup, while Super Falcons internationals match the men's impressive performances.
)
08:40 - 07.03.2025
Post-Alex Ferguson era: 3 key failures that have kept Manchester United stuck
Manchester United look a pale shadow of their former selves. Here is everything you need to know why United is on the decline.
PAY ATTENTION: Stay updated with the Latest Soccer News in Nigeria from Pulse Sports
)
14:27 - 01.03.2025
Rasheedat Ajibade heats up with Odion Ighalo: Super Falcons star opens up podcast in style
Super Falcons star Rasheedat Ajibade heats up with Odion Ighalo to open up Rash4Christ podcast in style.
South Africa, who dropped one place, rank second in Africa at 54th globally, followed by Ghana at 65th.
Morocco has moved up to third in Africa, now ranked 60th, while Zambia rounds out the top five after dropping two spots to 64th.
)
)
08:23 - 08.03.2025
‘Very Unfortunate’ - Mikel Arteta opens up on Nigerian prospect’s decision to ditch Arsenal for Man United
The Arsenal coach has expressed his disappointment at seeing one of the club’s academy graduates leave for their Premier League rivals Manchester United.
The rankings also highlighted significant movements elsewhere. Kenya was the biggest climber, jumping seven spots to 142nd, while Tunisia suffered the largest drop, falling 11 places to 89th.
At the global level, the United States retain its position as the world's best women's team, with Spain, the current world champions, in second place.
)
Germany, England, and Japan complete the top five, with Japan being the only team to change positions, moving up three spots.
The Super Falcons' consistent performance ensures they remain the benchmark for women's football in Africa, ahead of their regional and continental rivals.
)
The next FIFA women's rankings will be released on June 12, 2025.
Here are the top 10 countries in Africa
Nigeria (36th)
South Africa (54th)
Morocco (60th)
Zambia (64th)
Ghana (65th)
Cameroon (66th)
Cote d’Ivoire (71st)
Mali (78th)
Senegal (82nd)
Algeria (83rd)