VN fall in FIFA rankings, still top ASEAN

Việt Nam’s football are No 1 in the Southeast Asia, according to FIFA’s latest rankings. — Photo laodong.vn

HÀ NỘI — Despite dropping one spot in the world rankings, Việt Nam are still the Southeast Asia’s top football team.

According to FIFA’s latest rankings, Việt Nam are No 113, down one spot as they didn’t play any matches in the last month.

They still top the region, followed by the Philippines who stand at No 122. Thailand, the regional champions, sit at No 129 in the world, and third in ASEAN.

There is no change in the world’s top five with Germany on top, followed by Brazil, Portugal, Argentina and Belgium.

In Asia, Iran are the strongest team as they rank No 33 in the world. Australia (No 37) are second and Japan (No 55) are third.

Việt Nam, who play Jordan in the Asian Cup 2019, on March 27, are No 16. — VNS

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