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Nigeria Drops to 26th in Latest FIFA Men's World Rankings Amid W’Cup Absence Concerns

Nigeria Drops to 26th in Latest FIFA Men's World Rankings Amid W’Cup Absence Concerns

Nigeria's Super Eagles remain the second-highest-ranked team absent from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ranking 26th globally in the latest FIFA men's World Ranking. Only Denmark ranks lower at 21st.

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Nigeria's Super Eagles rank second among W'Cup absentees, remaining 26th in the latest FIFA men's World Ranking, after Denmark fell to 21st globally due to their absence from the tournament. The absence of both countries highlights a significant decline in football participation. Nigeria and Denmark are now among the top absentees from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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