Harambee Stars biggest movers in latest FIFA rankings

Harambee Stars Captain Mohamed Musa (third right) lead his team to acknowledge fans' cheers before match kickoff against Ghana during African Cup of Nations Qualifier match at Moi Sports Centre Kasarani. Sept 8, 2018. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

Thanks to the 1-0 win over Ghana in an African Cup of Nations qualifier, Harambee Stars has moved up five places in the latest FIFA rankings.

Kenya are the biggest movers in terms of points – a total of 22 – and are now position 107.

Ghana’s defeat at Kasarani saw them drop six spots to 51st.

Harambee Stars defender red-carded during Ghana clash [Courtesy]

Tunisia have moved up one spot to 23rd while Senegal, who were top in August, drop to 25th.

Overall, Belgium moved to first place to become joint leaders with World Cup champions France.

Africa's Top 10 on Fifa rankings

1. Tunisia

2. Senegal

3. DR Congo

4. Morocco

5. Nigeria

6. Cameroon 

7. Ghana 

8. Burkina Faso 

9. Mali 

10. Egypt 

Here's the top ten overall: 

FIFA Rankings world top 10 [Courtesy]
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