Morocco has achieved a historic milestone by reaching 6th place in the FIFA World Rankings, the highest position ever for an African nation. This leap follows DR Congo's unexpected victory over Portugal in a friendly match on June 11, 2026, which impacted the ranking points.
According to the official FIFA rankings released on June 18, 2026, Morocco now sits at 6th with 1723.45 points, surpassing traditional powerhouses like Portugal. The Atlas Lions' rise is attributed to their strong performances in the 2022 World Cup and recent African Cup of Nations qualifiers.
DR Congo's 2-1 win over Portugal in Lisbon caused Portugal to drop points, indirectly boosting Morocco's ranking. Morocco's previous best was 10th in 1998. The top five remain unchanged: Argentina, France, Brazil, England, and Belgium.
