# Soccer: Bafana Bafana has slipped four places to 59th place in FIFA’s rankings despite booking their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. South Africa qualified after defeating Rwanda 3-0 to top Group C with 18 points, but the 3-0 loss to Lesotho after points were deducted, affected their standing. In Africa, Bafana are now ranked tenth, down one spot, while Morocco and Senegal retain first and second place respectively in the Confederation of African Football rankings.
Soccer: Bafana drop in FIFA rankings despite World Cup qualification