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Soccer <\/p>\n

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Nigeria\u2019s Super Eagles have long been regarded as one of Africa\u2019s football giants, but the latest FIFA rankings paint a worrying picture, Soccernet.ng<\/a> reports.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The team has slipped to sixth in Africa<\/a>\u2014although it rose to 43rd in the world\u2014dropping out of the continent\u2019s top five following their recent international break.<\/p>\n

With Morocco (12th), Senegal (19th), Egypt (32nd), Algeria (36th), and C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire (41st) all ranked higher, it is best to ask if the formidable Super Eagles of Nigeria are losing their status as a dominant force in Africa.<\/p>\n

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Latest FIFA Ranking:<\/p>\n

Nigeria\u2019s Super Eagles are currently 6th in Africa and 46th in the world. We have dropped from top 5 in Africa.<\/p>\n

Morocco are number 1 in Africa and number 12 in the world. Senegal are 19th in the world and second in Africa.<\/p>\n

The giant is falling. pic.twitter.com\/kilfKkwhbn<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Adepoju Tobi Samuel (@OgaNlaMedia) April 3, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Soccer Super Eagles Drop: A Temporary Setback?<\/h2>\n

The rankings are based on results, and while Nigeria\u2019s recent form has not been disastrous\u2014two wins and two draws in the last four matches\u2014the team\u2019s inability to secure convincing victories against lower-ranked opponents has contributed to their drop.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire\u2019s recent AFCON triumph has propelled them ahead, while Morocco and Senegal continue to dominate with consistent performances on the global stage.<\/p>\n

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Super Eagles at the 2023 AFCON tournament [ Photo by Adeniyi Muyiwa \/ Credit: Soccernet Media Limited]<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Although, the Super Eagles impressed in their 2025 AFCON qualifiers, their performances in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers have been far from inspiring.<\/p>\n

Soccer The NFF\u2019s Role in the Downward Trend<\/h2>\n

A key factor behind Nigeria\u2019s struggles is the lack of stability at the managerial level. In the last two years, the 2023 AFCON champions have played under four coaches.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the Nigerian Football Federation\u2019s (NFF) poor handling of key appointments have left the team without clear direction. In contrast, Morocco and Senegal have invested in long-term managerial projects, and they have surely reaped the rewards.<\/p>\n

Also, Nigeria continues to rely heavily on established stars without a structured plan for the next generation. The result is a team that is gradually losing its competitive edge.<\/p>\n

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