Argentina Finishes 2024 as FIFA's Top-Ranked Team
The Argentina National Team has finished 2024 in historic fashion, remaining at the top of the FIFA rankings, reaffirming its global dominance for the second consecutive year. With 1867.25 points, the Albiceleste narrowly surpassed France (1859.78 points) and Spain (1853.27 points), who complete the top three in the global ranking. This achievement reflects the excellent performance of the team led by Lionel Scaloni, which added key victories throughout the year, including winning the Copa América in the United States, where Argentina defeated Colombia 1-0 with a goal from Lautaro Martínez.
The Argentina team has maintained its top spot in the rankings thanks to its consistency in key competitions, standing out not only in the Copa América but also in the World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Although they have not yet sealed their qualification, Scaloni's team continues to demonstrate great stability in each match, allowing them to keep their position at the top of world football. This number one spot is a reward for the players' efforts and the leadership of Messi, who remains the team's key figure.
2024 has also been a record-breaking year in terms of the number of international matches played, with a total of 1,181 matches globally. Among the teams that played the most matches, Angola stood out with 21 games, which allowed them to make significant progress in the rankings. However, the true surprise of this year's ranking was Brazil's rise, finishing in fifth place and staying within the top 5 alongside other historic teams like England, Portugal, and Netherlands.
In addition to the top spots, the rankings reflect the competitiveness of Latin American teams, with Uruguay, Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, and Peru fighting for privileged positions. Argentina, with its undisputed leadership, continues to be a beacon of excellence, not only for its titles and victories but also for its ability to maintain a high level in every competition, something that will undoubtedly be key on its path to the next World Cup.
With their victory in the Copa América and the excellent performance of their players, Argentina closes 2024 with an eye on new challenges, while remaining the strongest team in the continent and the world. The FIFA ranking confirms that the South American country continues to dominate global football, and with Messi at the helm, the Albiceleste remains one of the top favorites for continued success in 2025.
