Algeria Drops in FIFA Rankings Ahead of Critical Liberia Clash
Khaled Hegazy
Dailysports's expert
Based on predictions from Football Ranking, the Desert Foxes are likely to drop two more places to 39th worldwide after their scoreless tie with Equatorial Guinea during the November international break. This outcome also puts their 5th place ranking in Africa in jeopardy, as neighboring Tunisia could overtake them if Algeria struggles again.
Algeria's next chance to regain momentum is on Sunday, November 17, when they face Liberia in the final round of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, which will take place at Hocine Aït Ahmed Stadium.
Historically, Algeria reached its highest-ever FIFA ranking in 2014, climbing to 15th globally and leading Arab and African football after strong performances in the World Cup and consecutive wins in AFCON qualifiers. On the other hand, their lowest point was in 2008, when they fell to 103rd following a series of poor results.
Fans and analysts will closely watch the upcoming match to see if Algeria can stabilize their standing and rebuild their path toward dominance in African football.
