Argentina has officially lost its top position in the FIFA rankings after recent developments at the World Cup 2026. The French national team has overtaken Argentina, securing the number one spot following their narrow victory over Paraguay in the Round of 16.

According to the latest FIFA rankings, France now holds 1,925.86 points, surpassing Argentina, which has 1,913.71 points. This shift in rankings comes after France's 1-0 win against Paraguay, allowing them to advance to the quarter-finals. In contrast, Argentina faced a tough match against Cape Verde, struggling to secure a 3-2 victory after extra time, which ultimately cost them crucial ranking points.

This unexpected slip is significant for the reigning world champions, who entered the tournament as the top-ranked team. Argentina's lackluster performance in the knockout stage opened the door for France to claim the lead.

In the updated rankings, Spain remains in third place with 1,892.28 points, while England follows closely in fourth after a thrilling 3-2 win against host nation Mexico. Brazil, despite being eliminated by Norway, has risen to fifth place, and Morocco continues to impress by climbing to sixth after a 3-0 victory over Canada.

On the other hand, Portugal has dropped to seventh place ahead of their quarter-final clash with Spain, while the Netherlands, Belgium, and Mexico round out the top ten.

Despite losing the top FIFA ranking, Argentina still has a chance to reclaim their position. They are set to face Egypt in the quarter-finals, while France will take on Morocco. The outcomes of these matches will significantly impact the FIFA rankings as the tournament progresses into its decisive stages.