Brazil Has Retained Top Futsal World Rankings
FIFA has updated its futsal world standings for both men and women following international matches.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Soccer
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Brazil maintains the number one position in both the FIFA Futsal Women's and Men's World Rankings. The updated standings reflect the outcomes of 58 international matches played from May to September 2026.
Why it matters
These rankings reflect the current competitive landscape of global futsal by accounting for the results of 23 women's matches and 35 men's matches held over the last several months. They establish the benchmark for national performance across the sport.
A total of 95 teams are featured in the women's ranking. Croatia gained 15.6 ranking points during this period, while Vietnam added 19.5 points to their total.
The players
FIFA
The Federation Internationale de Football Association is the international governing body for association football, futsal, and beach soccer.
Brazil
Brazil is a national team that currently holds the top position in both the FIFA Futsal Women's and Men's World Rankings.
The details
Brazil holds the top spot in both divisions, with Spain and Portugal rounding out the women's top three and Portugal and Spain occupying the men's top three. Notable movement includes Croatia climbing three places to 32nd in the women's list and Zambia moving up four spots to 82nd in the men's rankings.
Timeline
International futsal matches took place between May and September 2026.
FIFA released the updated world rankings in September 2026.
Season Trajectory
These rankings influence the seeding and qualification pathways for future international tournaments. Constant movement within the lists, such as the gains seen by teams like Croatia and Zambia, underscores the expanding competitive depth of the global futsal circuit.
These rankings directly impact the seeding for upcoming major tournament draws. Teams that climb the rankings secure more favorable positions, while teams falling in the list may face tougher group-stage matchups in future qualifying cycles.
The takeaway
Maintaining the top rank requires consistent performance across both women's and men's international windows. Fans should monitor these shifts as they are key indicators of which nations are currently dominating the international futsal landscape.
Further reading
Find more information on competitive play and international standings in our Soccer section.
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