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France falls to third in FIFA rankings after loss to Ivory Coast

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Last updated Jun 9, 2026

France falls to third in FIFA rankings after loss to Ivory Coast

Summary

France dropped to third in the FIFA rankings following a 2-1 defeat to the Ivory Coast on June 8. The loss ended a four-match winning streak for the French national team. Despite the setback, France's previous successes included reaching the final of the 2022 World Cup, only to lose to Argentina on penalties. As a result of this defeat, Argentina has reclaimed the top rank, with Spain in second. France will begin their 2026 World Cup campaign against Senegal on June 16, a rematch of their 2002 opener.

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By the Numbers

•France loses 2-1 to Ivory Coast on June 8.
•The defeat marks the end of a four-match winning run.
•Argentina is now the top-ranked team in FIFA rankings.
•France opens World Cup play against Senegal on June 16.

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12:20 PMYahoo Sports — France drops out of first in the FIFA rankings

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Following a 2-1 defeat to the Ivory Coast on Thursday, France have dropped down the FIFA rankings. Didier Deschamps’ men sit third in the latest rankings. Reigning world champions Argentina are now ...
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