The latest FIFA World Rankings have confirmed a major shift in North American football dominance. The United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) has officially overtaken arch-rivals Mexico to become the highest-ranked team in CONCACAF, climbing to 14th globally. The CONCACAF FIFA Men’s World Rankings highlight a strong presence just behind UEFA teams among the top 50 soccer nations.
This changing of the guard comes after a strong November window for the USMNT under Mauricio Pochettino, while Mexico stumbled with mixed results, dropping them to 15th. Meanwhile, Canada and Panama continue their steady rise, solidifying the region’s competitive depth ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Below is the complete list of the top 15 CONCACAF nations and a deep dive into the region’s “Big 5.”
CONCACAF FIFA Men’s World Ranking (November 2025)
| CONCACAF Rank | Global Rank | Team | Total Points | +/- Points | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 | United States | 1681.88 | +8.39 | 🟢 Up 2 |
| 2 | 15 | Mexico | 1675.75 | -6.77 | 🔴 Down 1 |
| 3 | 27 | Canada | 1559.15 | +4.52 | 🟢 Up 1 |
| 4 | 30 | Panama | 1540.43 | +12.22 | 🟢 Up 1 |
| 5 | 49 | Costa Rica | 1464.24 | -19.50 | 🔴 Down 4 |
| 6 | 64 | Honduras | 1379.54 | -16.69 | ⚪ Stable |
| 7 | 70 | Jamaica | 1362.46 | -4.72 | 🔴 Down 2 |
| 8 | 82 | Curaçao | 1302.70 | +7.18 | ⚪ Stable |
| 9 | 84 | Haiti | 1294.49 | +26.17 | 🟢 Up 4 |
| 10 | 94 | Guatemala | 1245.77 | +4.25 | 🟢 Up 1 |
| 11 | 98 | Trinidad and Tobago | 1227.32 | -2.58 | 🟢 Up 2 |
| 12 | 100 | El Salvador | 1226.65 | -21.12 | 🔴 Down 6 |
| 13 | 123 | Suriname | 1140.54 | +4.65 | 🟢 Up 3 |
| 14 | 132 | Nicaragua | 1116.86 | +10.03 | 🟢 Up 1 |
| 15 | 143 | Dominican Republic | 1077.49 | +3.95 | ⚪ Stable |
The Top 5 CONCACAF FIFA Men’s World Ranking Teams (November 2025)
1. United States (Rank: 14)
- Points: 1681.88 (+8.39)
- Status: Regional Kings
The USMNT has regained the throne of CONCACAF. Victories against Paraguay (2-1) and a crushing 5-1 win over Uruguay in the recent window propelled them past Mexico.
Under manager Mauricio Pochettino, the team has found consistency, closing the year unbeaten in their last five matches. This ranking ensures they will be a Pot 1 seeded team for the upcoming World Cup draw, a massive advantage for the co-hosts.
2. Mexico (Rank: 15)
- Points: 1675.75 (-6.77)
- Status: Falling Giant
It’s been a rough close to 2025 for El Tri. A draw and a loss in the November window proved costly, dropping them just behind the USA.
Still ranked among the world’s top 15, their winless streak of six matches under Javier Aguirre has set off alarm bells. They’ll head into the World Cup year without the bragging rights of being the region’s top team.
3. Canada (Rank: 27)
- Points: 1559.15 (+4.52)
- Status: Rising Contender
Canada Soccer Team continues its upward trajectory, breaking further into the global top 30. Their “Golden Generation,” led by Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David, has made them a consistent force to be reckoned with.
Moving up to 27th is a testament to their stability; they are no longer just happy to participate, they are competing to win.
4. Panama (Rank: 30)
- Points: 1540.43 (+12.22)
- Status: The Dark Horse
Panama is arguably the most improved team in the region over the last two years. They gained over 12 points this month alone, jumping into the top 30 globally.
Their disciplined tactical setup has made them a nightmare to play against, and they have firmly separated themselves from the “rest of the pack” to join the elite tier of CONCACAF.
5. Costa Rica (Rank: 49)
- Points: 1464.24 (-19.50)
- Status: In Transition
Los Ticos are facing a tough generational shift, with a sharp drop of nearly 20 points, knocking them down four spots to 49th in the world. They’re still solidly in the region’s top five, but the gap with Panama is growing.
A quick rebuild will be key to avoiding a slide into CONCACAF’s middle ranks alongside teams like Honduras and Jamaica.
Notable Movers & Shakers
Here are the Notable CONCACAF FIFA Men’s World Ranking of the Major Movements:
- Haiti (Rank 84): The biggest winner of the month, jumping 4 spots and gaining +26.17 points. Their impressive recent form makes them a team to watch for the 2026 qualification.
- El Salvador (Rank 100): A tough window saw them drop six spots and lose over 21 points, barely clinging to a top-100 global ranking.
- Suriname & Nicaragua: Both nations climbed in the rankings, showing that the lower-tier Caribbean and Central American teams are becoming more competitive.