Canada Women Keep Ninth Spot in FIFA Soccer Rankings
The national women's soccer team maintains its position as Denmark climbs into the top 10.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Soccer
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FIFA has confirmed that the Canada women's soccer team remains ranked ninth in the world. Meanwhile, Denmark has moved up two spots to reach the tenth position.
Why it matters
The ranking updates reflect recent competitive performances on the pitch, including a series of matches between Canada and Denmark earlier this month. The standings help define international seeding and team status in global football competition.
Canada sits at 9th in the current FIFA women's rankings, while Denmark has ascended to 10th. Spain holds the top spot, followed by the United States at 2nd and Germany at 3rd.
The players
Canada women's national soccer team
This is the national team representing Canada in international women's football competitions.
Denmark women's national football team
This is the national women's football team representing Denmark.
Casey Stoney
She is the head coach of the Canadian women's national soccer team, having taken the position in January 2025.
FIFA
The Federation Internationale de Football Association is the international governing body for association football.
The details
The rankings follow a pair of matches where Canada drew 1-1 with Denmark in Montreal on October 9, 2026, and subsequently lost 4-3 in Toronto on October 12, 2026. The Canadian team has been operating under head coach Casey Stoney since January 2025.
Timeline
January 2025: Casey Stoney began her tenure as head coach.
October 9, 2026: Canada drew 1-1 with Denmark in Montreal.
October 12, 2026: Canada lost 4-3 to Denmark in Toronto.
August 2010: The last time Denmark held a top-10 ranking.
November 28, 2026: Canada is scheduled to play Panama.
Season Trajectory
These rankings update the competitive landscape as teams prepare for future international fixtures. The shift for Denmark signals their return to the top 10 for the first time since August 2010.
The drop in relative momentum following the recent 1-1 draw and 4-3 loss to Denmark affects Canada's standing points within the FIFA calculation model. These rankings will serve as the baseline for evaluating team performance heading into the match against Panama.
The takeaway
Maintaining a top-10 ranking remains a critical benchmark for international squads aiming to secure favorable seeds. Consistent performance in upcoming friendlies is essential for Canada to defend its current position in the world standings.
What happens next
The Canadian women's team is scheduled to compete against Panama on November 28, 2026.
Further reading
For more on the national team's progress, visit our Soccer section.
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