Russia holds 36th place in FIFA national team rankings
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On 2026-04-01, FIFA’s new men’s world rankings kept Russia in 36th place, while Japan moved up to 18th and Nigeria’s Super Eagles rose to 26th and third in Africa. These updated positions will influence seedings and potential matchups for upcoming World Cup qualifiers and other international tournaments.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Russia improves its FIFA ranking before key tournament draws The Russian national team could receive more favorable seeding and avoid higher-ranked opponents early.
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