The Super Eagles of Nigeria have dropped one spot in the latest FIFA World Rankings, moving from 44th to 45th in the world, though they remain sixth on the African continent.

The rankings, published on Thursday via FIFA’s official X handle, mirror the team’s recent struggles under Head Coach Eric Chelle. The three-time African champions have endured an inconsistent run, particularly in the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, where results have not met fans’ expectations.

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This marks the Super Eagles’ second straight drop in the global rankings, having slipped from 43rd to 44th in August following a run of poor international results. The latest update confirms that the downward slide is yet to be halted.

As Nigeria slipped, other African sides made progress. Morocco retained its status as the continent’s top team, ranking 11th globally after winning eight of their last nine matches. Senegal, Egypt, Algeria, and Côte d’Ivoire follow closely, rounding out Africa’s top five, with Nigeria just behind in sixth.

The new rankings highlight the urgency for the Super Eagles to rediscover their form, with mounting pressure on Coach Chelle and his players to respond in the upcoming qualifiers. As the race to the 2026 FIFA World Cup gathers pace, Nigeria must seize every opportunity to secure points and reassert themselves among Africa’s footballing heavyweights.