The Egypt national football team has secured a massive leap in the latest FIFA World Rankings following a thrilling victory over Australia in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32.
The intense match ended in a 1-1 draw after both regular and extra time. The Pharaohs ultimately triumphed 4-2 on penalties, booking a highly anticipated Round of 16 clash against Argentina.
Key Highlights of Egypt’s FIFA Ranking Climb:
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Points Earned: Egypt gained 12 points from the victory over Australia.
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Current Ranking: The Pharaohs have climbed to 24th globally, marking Egypt’s best FIFA ranking since 2017.
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Tournament Progress: Since the start of the 2026 World Cup, Egypt has jumped 5 positions, having entered the tournament ranked 29th.
Egypt’s World Cup 2026 Journey So Far: > Following consecutive draws against Iran and Belgium, followed by a crucial win over New Zealand, Egypt’s steady momentum culminated in the knockout victory over Australia.
Football analysts predict that a potential upset against Argentina in the next round could see Egypt’s ranking skyrocket even further. Historically, Egypt’s highest-ever FIFA ranking was achieved in 2010, when the team cracked the Top 10 after winning their third consecutive Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title.
