World Cup Countdown in the Mist: Saudi Arabia Drops in FIFA Rankings Ahead of 2026
FIFA released the November 2025 rankings, showing Saudi Arabia falling to 60th in the world. The drop also places the team in the third pot for the 2026 World Cup draw in the United States. Asia’s view sees Saudi Arabia slip to seventh in the continent, with several Arab nations ahead. The Arab Cup in Qatar is framed as a pivotal opportunity to regain confidence and refine tactics before the World Cup.