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FIFA Rankings: Argentina rise, Brazil fall, and Italy still in top 10

The latest FIFA Rankings have been released which have Argentina on top for the first time in six years and the USMNT a firm 13th.

Argentina with World Cup
© Getty ImagesArgentina with World Cup

FIFA Rankings have gained importance in the last few years, today it can determine seeding and gives nations bragging rights. After the FIFA World Cup, the rankings were adjusted and now in April have the FIFA world champions on top of the mountain.

Argentina who in a little over two years have claimed the Copa América, Finalissima, World Cup, and individually have the FIFA best player, FIFA best goalkeeper, and FIFA best coach are more than deserving of being the best national team in the world.

Other surprises include Italy who are 8th despite the fact that the Italians missed the 2022 World Cup completely, Brazil have dropped to third and France are second. Morocco is now ranked 11th in the world. Here are the top 25 FIFA Rankings.

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FIFA Rankings for April 2023

When it comes to the USMNT, the Americans are in 13th place, one spot above Germany who are 14th. Mexico is in 15th while Uruguay are in 16th place. The 25th ranked team is Serbia who finished last in Group G in Qatar.

Tim Weah USMNT (Getty Images)

Tim Weah USMNT (Getty Images)

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  1. Argentina
  2. France
  3. Brazil
  4. Belgium
  5. England
  6. Netherlands
  7. Croatia
  8. Italy
  9. Portugal
  10. Spain
  11. Morocco
  12. Switzerland
  13. USA
  14. Germany
  15. Mexico
  16. Uruguay
  17. Colombia
  18. Senegal
  19. Denmark
  20. Japan
  21. Peru
  22. Sweden
  23. Poland
  24. IR Iran
  25. Serbia

Full rankings here.

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