Bafana Bafana have climbed one spot to 56th in the latest FIFA World Rankings released on April 3, 2025.
Despite this global improvement, they remain 10th among African teams.
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This upward movement highlights South Africa's consistent performances under coach Hugo Broos, including back-to-back victories against Lesotho and Benin in the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
These crucial wins have positioned Bafana well in their group, with 13 points from six matches.
Rwanda and Benin trail with eight points each, while Nigeria sits further behind on seven points.
With draws for Rwanda and Nigeria, Bafana now have a strong opportunity to finish at the top of their group.
Bafana's resurgence has been evident since their impressive 2024 Africa Cup of Nations campaign in Ivory Coast, where they secured a bronze medal – their first top three finish in the tournament since 2000.
This success has been a key factor in their steady climb up the rankings.
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As the team continues to improve, their focus will be on securing a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Their recent performances suggest they are on the right track to re-establish themselves among Africa's elite football nations.
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