Brazil move up to fifth in the FIFA rankings

By Luke Vooght 2012-06-07 00:25:00
Mowa Sports
Brazil are the fifth best international team in the world, according to FIFA's latest rankings.

Mano Menezes' side have moved up one place after a 3-1 win over Denmark and a 4-1 win over the United States.

Meanwhile, the world champions Spain have retained top spot, while Uruguay and Germany are second and third respectively.

FIFA world rankings - top 10

RnkTeamPts+/- Pos 
 1 Spain14560Equal 
 2 Uruguay12921Up 
 3 Germany1288-1Down 
 4 Netherlands12340Equal 
 5 Brazil11551Up 
 6 England11451Up 
 7 Argentina11372Up 
 8 Croatia10530Equal 
 9 Denmark10191Up 
 10 Portugal996-5Down





  
 

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