Belgium retains its eighth FIFA ranking despite two wins

No change: Belgium retains its eighth place in the FIFA world ranking, published Wednesday, despite two wins and two defeats during the last international window. The Red Devils remain in the same position since the end of the World Cup.

Ranking update and recent performances

The ranking was updated after the long international window that ended on Tuesday. Spain, world champion, remains first, followed by Argentina, France and England, while Portugal climbs two places to complete the top 5.

Under the guidance of their new manager Marc van Bommel, the Red Devils won 0‑2 in Italy and 3‑0 against Turkey. However, they suffered two defeats to France, 0‑1 in Brussels and 4‑1 in Saint‑Denis.

These results allowed Belgium to keep its eighth place in the world, a position it has held since the end of the World Cup. The ranking reflects the stability of the Red Devils group despite recent ups and downs.

Nelson Monfort denounces Belgium's heavy defeat to France

In the Nations League, Italy remains in fifteenth place, while Turkey, after four consecutive defeats, drops from twenty‑seventh to thirty‑first position. These movements concern Belgium's opponents in group A1.

The next ranking will be published on 18 November. Until then, Belgium will play its two remaining group A1 matches, in Turkey on 12 November and in Italy on 15 November.

The photo illustrating this ranking was taken by Bruno Fahy, and the site invites readers to add the page to their Google favorites. This highlight underscores the importance of following the ranking for supporters.

Nathan Ngoy said he was disappointed after the defeat to France, stating: “It’s not normal to concede four goals like that.” His comment reflects supporters' frustration with the recent setbacks.