The latest FIFA Men’s World Rankings released in January 2026 have confirmed a new hierarchy in African football, with Morocco, Senegal and Nigeria emerging as the continent’s leading forces following their impressive outings at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Morocco remain Africa’
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Anthony Nlebem
Head of Sports at BusinessDay Media, a seasoned Digital Content Producer, and FIFA/CAF Accredited Journalist with over a decade of sports reporting.Has a deep understanding of the Nigerian and global sports landscape and skills in delivering comprehensive and insightful sports content.
