The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) recently updated its monthly rankings, and the results are encouraging for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) national team. Under the leadership of Sébastien Desabre, the Leopards managed to climb the rankings, gaining places both at world and continental level.
At the global level, the DRC rose to 64th place, gaining 5 places compared to the previous ranking in August. This progress is promising for the Congolese team which wishes to qualify for the next African Cup of Nations (CAN). Indeed, being well positioned in the FIFA rankings can allow the team to be placed in the second hat during the competition draw.
In the continental ranking, the DRC also improved by grabbing 12th place. This progression of two places highlights the solid performances of the Congolese team and strengthens its position among the best African teams.
At the top of the world rankings are internationally renowned teams such as Argentina, France, Brazil, England and Belgium. These teams are recognized for their talent and exceptional performance on the field.
As for the African ranking, the DRC is positioned just behind teams such as Morocco, Senegal, Tunisia and Algeria. These teams are among the main powers in African football and regularly compete in continental competitions.
This improvement in the DRC’s ranking is excellent news for the Leopards and their coach. It demonstrates the efforts and hard work of the team to achieve good results on the field. This also strengthens the confidence and motivation of the team for its next challenges, in particular qualifying for the CAN.
In conclusion, the FIFA ranking is an important indicator of the performance of a national football team. The DRC’s progression in this ranking is encouraging and demonstrates the potential of the Congolese team. The Leopards are on track to qualify and shine at the next African Cup of Nations.