Official: Italy drop out of World Rankings top 10; slip below Germany, Croatia & Morocco

FIFA have released their updated world rankings for November, and it brings another unwelcome setback for Italy. The Azzurri have slipped three places compared to October’s list, falling to 12th, their lowest position in nearly four years.

The drop reflects Italy’s recent struggles, including the costly defeat to Norway at San Siro.

Their current ranking mirrors the turbulence of the post-Euro 2021 cycle: after climbing as high as fourth following their triumph under Roberto Mancini, Italy crashed down the table after missing the 2022 World Cup and have been unable to regain stability.

Spain remain top of the global ranking, ahead of Argentina and France, while England stay fourth. The biggest move inside the top five comes from Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil, who rise two spots into fifth place after their recent resurgence.

Italy have slipped below the likes of Germany, Croatia and Morocco with the latest rankings.

For Italy, the consequences of this are expected to have no impact on their World Cup seeding.

The draw for the group stage takes place at the start of December but seeing as the Azzurri can only aim to qualify as a play-off winner, they will be placed in Pot Four, pending confirmation from FIFA. However, if Italy had qualified automatically, this slide down the rankings would have seen the Azzurri drop into Pot Two.