Morocco's National Football Team Makes History with FIFA Ranking
In a groundbreaking achievement, Morocco's national football team has ascended to the seventh position in the latest FIFA World Rankings, marking a historic milestone in the nation's football history. This remarkable feat was officially announced by the Moroccan Football Federation, which stated that this ranking represents the highest position ever attained by the "Atlas Lions" in the global football hierarchy.
The announcement came following the publication of the FIFA rankings on June 4, 2026, highlighting an unprecedented accomplishment for Moroccan football. The federation emphasized that this ranking reflects the significant progress made by national football in recent years, showcasing the team’s positive results and competitive spirit on the international stage.
With a total of 1756.94 points, Morocco continues to lead the African teams, outpacing notable competitors like Senegal, which holds the 14th spot globally, followed by Nigeria in 25th, Algeria in 28th, and Egypt in 29th. Additionally, Morocco remains the top-ranked team among Arab nations, surpassing Algeria, Egypt, Tunisia, and Qatar.
The global rankings are topped by France, followed by Spain, Argentina, England, Portugal, and Brazil. As Morocco prepares for its upcoming friendly match against Norway on June 7, 2026, at the Red Bull Arena in New Jersey, the team is gearing up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to commence on June 11. Morocco will kick off its World Cup campaign with a match against Brazil on June 14, in Group C, which also features Scotland and Haiti.
As reported by aa.com.tr.
