Nigeria’s Super Falcons have once again held firm at the summit of African women’s football, maintaining their status as the highest-ranked team on the continent in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking released on June 12, 2025.
Super Falcons Still Soaring
- World Ranking: 36th
- African Ranking: 1st
- Points: 1623.29
- Change: ▲ +0.8 points
Despite a quiet March window, Nigeria’s return to the pitch in May and June—including a win and a draw against Cameroon—was enough to keep them at the top in Africa and stable globally.
Top 10 Women’s Teams in Africa (June 2025 Ranking)
| Rank (Africa) | Country | World Rank | Points | Change |
| 1 | Nigeria | 36 | 1623.29 | ▲ +0.8 |
| 2 | South Africa | 54 | 1488.49 | ▼ -1.57 |
| 3 | Morocco | 60 | 1419.63 | ▼ -8.0 |
| 4 | Cameroon | 64 | 1396.20 | ▲ +7.3 |
| 5 | Zambia | 65 | 1393.36 | ▼ -4.67 |
| 6 | Ghana | 66 | — | No Change |
| 7 | Côte d’Ivoire | 72 | — | No Change |
| 8 | Mali | 78 | — | No Change |
| 9 | Senegal | 81 | — | No Change |
| 10 | Algeria | 82 | — | No Change |
Cameroon, Egypt Impress
- Cameroon made the biggest leap among top-tier African teams, jumping two spots globally to 64th, gaining +7.3 points, thanks to strong pre-Nigeria form.
- Egypt climbed seven global spots to 93rd, making them Africa’s biggest riser this month.
Global Picture
- USA remains World No. 1, but a loss to Brazil raises questions about their grip.
- Spain and Germany remain solid in 2nd and 3rd.
- Brazil surges into 4th globally, powered by recent big wins.
What Lies Ahead
All eyes now turn to the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco from July 5–27, 2025. This tournament will:
- Determine African seedings for future CAF and FIFA events,
- Affect Olympic qualifiers,
- Influence the August 7 FIFA Ranking update.
With Cameroon, Morocco, and Zambia closing in, Nigeria must deliver a strong WAFCON performance to retain their crown and continental dominance.
Bottom Line
Nigeria’s hold on the No. 1 spot in Africa is secure—for now. But with ambitious challengers rising fast, the Super Falcons’ pedigree will be tested at WAFCON 2024. For fans, it’s time to rally behind the green and white as Africa’s best prepare to go to war in Morocco.
Next FIFA Women’s Rankings: August 7, 2025.
