Spain Claims Top Spot in FIFA Rankings, One Spot Ahead of USWNT after Victory in WWC

The Women’s World Cup has been making waves in the soccer world, and now Spain has emerged as the new leader in the FIFA rankings. After their historic victory in the World Cup final in August, Spain has cemented their position at the top of the rankings for the first time. This article will explore Spain’s journey to the summit of the rankings, as well as the other teams that have made an impact in the world of women’s soccer. From the United States to France and beyond, the landscape of women’s soccer is evolving, and Spain’s rise to the top is further evidence of the sport’s global growth.

Spain’s women’s soccer team has made history by reaching the top of the FIFA rankings for the first time. The World Cup winners have surpassed the United States to claim the number one spot, becoming only the fourth team to do so after the U.S., Germany, and Sweden. Spain’s impressive performances in the Women’s Nations League, including a double over Sweden, have solidified their top ranking. The USWNT has moved up to second place, with France in third, and England and Sweden following in fourth and fifth place, respectively. With the addition of Central African Republic and Macau, the number of teams in the women’s rankings has grown to a record 192 nations._CLI_photo: 2023/1215/r1266653_1296x729_16-9.jpg