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[FIFA WORLD RANKING] Japan remain Asia’s top side

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April 3, 2025

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Kuala Lumpur: The latest FIFA Rankings released on Thursday saw Japan unchanged as the highest ranked Asian nation in 15th spot, having become the first team to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Staying three spots adrift in 18 were Islamic Republic of Iran, who also clinched their spot at the global showpiece following their draw with Uzbekistan in the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26.

Korea Republic (23) and Australia (26) stayed in their respective positions while Qatar dropped seven spots to 55, Uzbekistan and Saudi Arabia improved one spot to 57 and 58 respectively. .....



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