Afghanistan Rises Five Spots in Latest FIFA Futsal Rankings

Afghanistan’s national futsal team has moved up five spots to 28th in FIFA’s latest rankings, reflecting steady progress and regional competitiveness.

Afghanistan’s national futsal team has risen five places in the latest FIFA world rankings, highlighting its growing presence in international futsal. FIFA published the updated standings on Friday, December 12, ranking Afghanistan 28th globally.

Despite the global climb, Afghanistan has remained seventh in the Asian futsal rankings, a position that reflects steady performances against strong regional opponents. According to the reports, maintaining a top-eight place in Asia signals consistency and long-term development.

Brazil continues to top the FIFA futsal rankings, followed by Portugal and Spain, according to FIFA’s latest list. These teams are widely regarded as global leaders in the sport, setting performance benchmarks worldwide.

In Asia, Iran leads the continental rankings, with Thailand and Vietnam ranked second and third. Sports commentators note that Asia’s top teams continue to raise the competitive level across the region.

Meanwhile, Afghanistan’s futsal squad is preparing for the final stage of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026, where it has been drawn into a challenging group with Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Malaysia.

Experts say Afghanistan’s rise reflects better coaching structures, increased international exposure, and growing domestic interest in futsal. These factors are seen as essential for sustaining progress.

Meanwhile, the Asian Cup will be a key test for Afghanistan, offering a chance to convert ranking improvements into strong tournament performances and further elevate its continental standing.

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