Pakistan Falls Further in FIFA Rankings
Pakistan has further dropped to 199th place in the latest men’s world rankings of FIFA, extending the team’s decline on the global stage.
According to the details, the updated list features 210 teams and places Pakistan near the bottom of the international standings.
The fall follows a winless run in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, where the Men in Green failed to secure a victory in five matches.
The results reflect continuing challenges that have limited the national side’s progress in regional and international competitions.
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Across South Asia, rankings shifted in mixed directions. India slipped six places to 142nd, while Bangladesh climbed to 180th.
Sri Lanka moved down one spot to 194th, underscoring a period of uneven performances for teams in the region.
At the top of the global rankings, Spain held on to first place, with Argentina in second and France third.
England remained fourth, and Brazil climbed two positions to take fifth after stronger recent outings.
The latest ranking has increased calls for greater football investment, with experts urging long-term planning, better coaching and strong youth development.
