WHAT HAPPENED
The FIFA World Rankings update following the Gold Cup tournament has reflected the recent performances of CONCACAF's top teams. Tournament winners Mexico have made the most significant move, jumping four places to 13th in the world, leapfrogging beaten finalists the United States, who moved up just one spot to 15th. This shift reestablishes Mexico as the top-ranked team in the CONCACAF region. Canada deserve special mention in the latest rankings, having built on their previous achievement in April to climb two additional places to 28th, securing their highest-ever position in the FIFA rankings.
THE TOP 15 FIFA RANKED NATIONS
- Argentina
- Spain
- France
- England
- Brazil
- Portugal
- Netherlands
- Belgium
- Germany
- Croatia
- Italy
- Morocco
- Mexico
- Colombia
- USA
THE BIGGER PICTURE
CONCACAF as a region continues to strengthen its global standing, with three teams now in the world's top 30. Costa Rica made the biggest leap globally, climbing 14 places to 40th after their Gold Cup quarterfinal appearance. The competitive balance within the region is shifting as traditional powers Mexico and the United States maintain their positions near the top, while Canada's meteoric rise suggests a more competitive three-way battle for regional supremacy.
WHAT’S NEXT?
All three top CONCACAF giants will focus on upcoming international friendlies to continue building momentum and improving their rankings ahead of the 2026 World Cup.