The latest FIFA Rankings reveal a downward shift for the Nepal national team, dropping three spots to 176th globally.

Prior to their match against Bahrain in the FIFA World Cup & AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers, Nepal held the 175th position.

Disappointing performances in the qualifiers contributed to Nepal's decline in the rankings.

Among South Asian teams, India leads the pack at 121st, followed by Maldives at 161st, Bangladesh at 184th, Bhutan at 185th, Pakistan at 195th, and Sri Lanka at 204th.

Argentina are atop while France & Belgium are placed second & third position respectively.