The FIFA World Ranking is an official system used by the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) to evaluate and rank national football teams based on their game results, competition strength, and match importance.
Updated monthly, this ranking reflects the overall performance of teams over recent years, with more weight given to competitive fixtures like World Cup qualifiers and continental tournaments. It plays a critical role in tournament seedings and provides a snapshot of global football power dynamics, often sparking debate among fans and analysts worldwide.