Brazil has solidified its position as the number one team in the world after winning the FIFA Futsal World Cup in Uzbekistan, with 150,000 spectators attending the games and live coverage broadcast in over 175 territories ¹. The latest FIFA Futsal World Ranking, published on October 11, 2024, reflects significant changes in both men’s and women’s tables, following 65 women’s matches and 179 men’s matches.
Men’s Rankings:
- Brazil remains at the top, extending its lead over Portugal
- Argentina jumped two spots to third place
- Kazakhstan moved up three spots to fifth place
- Ukraine leapfrogged France to claim ninth place
- Notable movers include Venezuela (15th, up 6), Netherlands (26th, up 10), and Panama (38th, up 6)
Women’s Rankings:
- Italy moved up two spots to eighth place
- Vietnam also rose two spots to 11th place
- New Zealand jumped 12 spots to 14th place
- Uzbekistan moved up six spots to 18th place
- Saudi Arabia rose five spots to 46th place
- Five new teams joined the rankings: Fiji (62nd), Tahiti (66th), Norway (68th), Solomon Islands (73rd), and Tonga (74th)
These changes reflect the exciting developments in the world of futsal, with teams making significant strides in both men’s and women’s competitions.
