Nigeria’s Super Falcons have moved up to 36th place in the latest FIFA women’s world rankings, but the improvement tells only part of the story as the team’s overall points have dropped to their lowest level in three years.
The decline is largely linked to inactivity and a lack of consistent competitive matches, which has affected their rating despite minimal movement in position. Analysts say the team’s ranking rise is more a reflection of other teams dropping points than strong performances from the Falcons themselves.
With major international competitions approaching, there are growing concerns about match readiness, team cohesion, and the need for more high-quality friendly fixtures to rebuild confidence.
