Islamabad: (RightNow) FIFA has released the new men’s football world rankings, with Pakistan advancing one spot to 197th position.

World champion Spain maintains its top position, while Argentina, France, and England hold second, third, and fourth places, respectively.

Portugal has climbed two spots to fifth, while Brazil has dropped one position to sixth.

Pakistan’s advancement signifies improvement in its football system, potentially increasing the sport’s popularity in the country.

It is noteworthy that Pakistan’s Football Federation has recently focused on training young players.