FIFA ranking explained

The method of calculation adds/subtracts points for individual matches to/from a team’s existing points total. Points added or subtracted are partially determined by the two teams’ relative strength, including the expectation that teams higher in the rankings should fare better against lower-ranked sides.

• 5pts Friendly match outside FIFA window • 10pts Friendly match inside FIFA window • 15pts Group match in Nations League • 25pts Play-off and finals of Nations League • 25pts Qualification for regional tournaments (Euros, AFCON, etc.) and World Cup • 35pts Regional finals up to quarter-final • 40pts Regional finals from quarter-final • 50pts World Cup finals up to quarter-final • 60pts World Cup finals from quarter-final