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Viet Nam rise in FIFA rankings


Viet Nam have jumped one spot to 132nd in the latest February ranking, according to the International Federation of Football Association (FIFA).

HA NOI (VNS) — Viet Nam have jumped one spot to 132nd in the latest February ranking, according to the International Federation of Football Association (FIFA).

Viet Nam lead in the Southeast Asian region, followed by the Philippines who dropped three spots to 132nd, Myanmar (141st), Thailand (143rd) and Malaysia (154th), as well as Singapore (156th) and Indonesia (158th).

In Asia, thanks to their 2015 Asian Cup win after defeating South Korea, Australia have jumped 37 spots to 63rd. Meanwhile, South Korea also have risen 15 spots to 54th. Iran, world No 41, lead in the Asian region.

Germany still lead the world. The second and third places go to Argentina and Colombia respectively.

The next FIFA rankings will be announced on March 12. — VNS

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