- Spain return to top spot, ahead of U.S. national team
- USWNT drop to second despite three convincing friendly victories
- France make biggest top-10 leap, climbing four places to sixth
Spain have returned to the summit of women’s international football, reclaiming thetop position in the FIFA Women’s World Ranking. They previously held it from December 2023 until June 2024. La Roja’s impressive run of five consecutive victories en route to the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 final proved enough to displace the United States, despite Spain ultimately losing the final.
The Americans drop to second place after briefly occupying top spot between August and October 2024, though they remain firmly in contention, sitting less than two points behind Spain following three convincing friendly victories. England remain in third place after successfully defending their European title by defeating Spain in the final, while Germany hold steady in fourth.
The entire top 10 has undergone significant reshuffling since June’s ranking edition. France emerge as the biggest climbers among elite nations, jumping four positions to sixth after their perfect group stage at the Women’s Euros. Brazil have dropped three places to seventh despite claiming their ninth Copa América Femenina title.
Outside the top tier, Bangladesh have made the most dramatic movement in the rankings, climbing 24 places to 104th with an 80.51-point increase after historic qualification for the AFC final qualifying tournament for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027.
Teams will now focus on upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 qualification matches across various confederations. The United States will look to recapture the No. 1 ranking through strong performances in its remaining friendlies this calendar year, as they’ll face Portugal in a double-header during the October international break on Oct. 23 and Oct. 26.
