Mexico has firmly established itself at the pinnacle of the CONCACAF men’s national team rankings for 2025, holding 13th place in the latest FIFA World Rankings with a commanding 1689.73 points. This achievement highlights not only their regional dominance through titles like the Gold Cup and Nations League, but also Mexico’s strong competitive presence on the global stage.
Behind Mexico, the United States ranks second in the confederation and 15th worldwide, still regarded as a major powerhouse despite recent setbacks in big tournaments. Canada sits third in the region, having made historic strides with its highest-ever FIFA ranking and a consistent presence among the top 30 teams globally. Mexico, the United States, and Canada, the top three CONCACAF teams, are hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This means the competition and rankings will shape the future of soccer history.
Panama and Costa Rica complete the top five; both nations continue to challenge the established order with resilient performances in the Gold Cup and World Cup qualifiers.
Overall, CONCACAF’s competitive depth is more visible than ever. Five of its teams—Mexico, USA, Canada, Panama, Costa Rica are featured among the FIFA global top 50, showing that the region is advancing and able to compete with football’s traditional giants. This elevates the quality of continental tournaments and signals a new era in North and Central American football.
Globally, the FIFA World Ranking reflects a tightly contested international landscape. The top positions are held by football powerhouses such as Argentina, Spain, France, England, and Brazil, with only a minimal points difference separating leaders from their rivals.
The ranking is determined by factors including match results, the significance of competitions, and opponent strength—ensuring teams earn their spot through both consistency and high-profile victories. For CONCACAF teams, strong performances in the Gold Cup, Nations League, and World Cup qualifiers are crucial not just for regional pride but also for improving their global standing.
This mix of regional advancement and global context makes current CONCACAF and FIFA rankings especially exciting as teams prepare for the next World Cup, with North America once again in the spotlight.
CONCACAF Men’s National Team Rankings
Mexico claims the top spot in CONCACAF Men’s National Team Rankings for 2025, sitting 13th globally with 1689.73 FIFA points, while the United States follows in second place despite recent struggles in regional competitions. The confederation continues to show competitive depth with five teams ranked in the global top 50 and significant movement following recent tournaments.
The confederation features 20 member nations with representation across North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Mexico’s dominance continues, but the gap between the top teams has narrowed significantly.
Current CONCACAF Top 15 Rankings –
| Rank | Team | FIFA Rank | Points | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 13 | 1689.73 | +4 |
| 2 | United States | 15 | 1671.04 | +1 |
| 3 | Canada | 28 | 1548.94 | +2 |
| 4 | Panama | 30 | 1545.08 | +3 |
| 5 | Costa Rica | 40 | 1493.85 | +14 |
| 6 | Honduras | 66 | 1379.84 | 0 |
| 7 | Jamaica | 68 | 1367.94 | +2 |
| 8 | El Salvador | 84 | 1284.31 | +3 |
| 9 | Curaçao | 86 | 1277.22 | 0 |
| 10 | Haiti | 90 | 1261.42 | 0 |
| 11 | Trinidad & Tobago | 99 | 1229.11 | +2 |
| 12 | Guatemala | 101 | 1224.02 | -1 |
| 13 | Nicaragua | 131 | 1120.02 | -1 |
| 14 | Suriname | 134 | 1108.64 | +2 |
| 15 | Dominican Republic | 142 | 1076.77 | 0 |
| 16 | St Kitts and Nevis | 151 | 1041.53 | 0 |
| 17 | Guyana | 153 | 1037.34 | 0 |
| 18 | Puerto Rico | 156 | 1020.44 | +1 |
| 19 | Bermuda | 162 | 995.07 | 0 |
| 20 | Antigua and Barbuda | 163 | 992.38 | 0 |
Top 5 CONCACAF Teams: Detailed Analysis
CONCACAF demonstrates increasing competitive balance with the top 5 CONCACAF Teams ranked in the global top 20.
1. Mexico (FIFA Rank: 13th, Points: 1689.73)
Mexico dominates CONCACAF Men’s National Team Rankings following their successful 2025 Gold Cup victory and Nations League triumph. El Tri claimed their record-extending tenth Gold Cup title after defeating the United States 2-1 in the final at NRG Stadium in Houston. Mexico has qualified for seventeen World Cups consecutively since 1994 and remains the most successful national team in CONCACAF with 15 official continental titles.
The team’s recent success includes winning their first Nations League title in March 2025, beating Panama 2-1 in the final at SoFi Stadium. Under coach Javier Aguirre’s third tenure, Mexico has restored confidence after disappointing performances in recent tournaments. Mexico is the only CONCACAF nation to win an official FIFA competition for senior teams, claiming the 1999 FIFA Confederations Cup.
2. United States (FIFA Rank: 15th, Points: 1671.04)
The United States maintains its position as CONCACAF’s second-ranked team despite experiencing a challenging period in regional competitions. The USMNT dropped from first to second in CONCACAF rankings following their Gold Cup final loss to Mexico. Despite maintaining a respectable FIFA ranking of 15th globally, the team faces scrutiny over recent performances.
The Americans have won the CONCACAF Gold Cup seven times and claimed back-to-back Nations League titles in 2021 and 2023. The USMNT finished fourth in the 2025 Nations League and reached the Gold Cup final, demonstrating consistent competitiveness despite falling short of tournament victories. As co-hosts of the 2026 World Cup alongside Mexico and Canada, the United States automatically qualifies for the tournament.
3. Canada (FIFA Rank: 28th, Points: 1548.94)
Canada achieves their highest-ever FIFA ranking at 28th position, representing a remarkable rise in international football. The Canadian men’s national team has climbed 22 spots from 50th to 28th since February 2024. This historic achievement comes less than one year before co-hosting the 2026 World Cup.
Canada is the only national team besides Mexico and the United States to win a CONCACAF Gold Cup, claiming the 2000 tournament. That’s the reason the team holds third position in the CONCACAF Men’s National Team Rankings 2025 list.
The team reached the 2022 World Cup after finishing first in CONCACAF qualifying and participated in their first Copa América in 2024, finishing fourth. Recent performances include defeating Ukraine and beating the United States 2-1 in Kansas City, marking their first victory on American soil since 1957.
4. Panama (FIFA Rank: 30th, Points: 1545.08)
Panama continues their upward trajectory in international football, maintaining fourth place in CONCACAF Men’s National Team Rankings with significant improvement. The team reached the 2025 Nations League final, finishing as runners-up to Mexico. Panama has been consistently competitive, finishing as Gold Cup runners-up three times (2005, 2013, and 2023).
Panama made history by qualifying for their first FIFA World Cup in 2018, scoring their first World Cup goal against England despite losing 6-1. The team won the Copa Centroamericana in 2009 and previously claimed the CCCF Championship as hosts in 1951. Panama’s steady progress reflects its growing football infrastructure and competitive depth.
5. Costa Rica (FIFA Rank: 40th, Points: 1493.85)
Costa Rica emerges as the biggest climber in recent CONCACAF Men’s National Team Rankings, rising 14 positions to secure fifth place. Los Ticos are the third most successful national team in CONCACAF and the most successful from Central America, winning three CONCACAF Championship titles (1963, 1969, and 1989). Costa Rica became the first champions in CONCACAF’s premier continental competition history.
The team is the only Central American nation to participate in six FIFA World Cup editions. Costa Rica achieved their best World Cup performance in 2014, finishing first in a group containing three former world champions. The nation holds the all-time highest average Football Elo Ranking in Central America at 1597.1 and peaked at 1806 in 2014. Costa Rica has won eight Copa Centroamericana titles and seven CCCF Championship titles.