Understanding the Progress of the Indian Football Team in FIFA Rankings
  • The Indian men's football team has advanced modestly in the FIFA rankings, improving its position to 125th place.
  • The feature that led to this progression was their persistent performance in a recent international friendly match against Vietnam, which resulted in a 1-1 draw.
  • This development was revealed on Thursday in the newest update of the rankings.
Impact of New Coach Manolo Marquez on Team Performance
  • The Indian football team is currently under the guidance of new coach Manolo Marquez.
  • Despite not having won any games since his appointment, with two draws and a loss, the team’s performance has shown resilience.
  • The points tally of the team has been enhanced to 1133.78, largely contributing to India’s rise in the FIFA rankings.
Indian Football Team’s Standings in the AFC (Asian Football Confederation)
  • This rise in the FIFA rankings has also positively impacted India’s position in the AFC standings.
  • Currently, they are ranked 22nd, advancing one place, moving ahead of Vietnam.
  • This shift in standings underscores the competitive aspect of Asian football.
FIFA Ranking Overview: Top 10 Countries and India’s Challenges
  • The top 10 countries dominating the current FIFA rankings include reputable football nations such as Argentina, France, Spain, England, and Brazil, among others – with Argentina leading the pack.
  • These rankings signal the substantial challenges that the Indian football team are likely to face on the global stage.
Current FIFA Top 10 Teams
  • Argentina
  • France
  • Spain
  • England
  • Brazil
  • Belgium
  • Portugal
  • Netherlands
  • Italy
  • Colombia