FIFA Ranking: Senegal Drops to 15th Place After Preparation for 2026 World Cup

Author: senenews.comPublished on: June 11, 2026Country: Senegal

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FIFA Ranking: Senegal Drops to 15th Place After Preparation for 2026 World Cup

Senegal lost one place in the FIFA rankings to 15th after two disappointing preparation matches for the 2026 World Cup: a loss to the United States and a draw against Saudi Arabia. Morocco remains the top African team at 7th place after a win against Madagascar and a draw against Norway.

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