The International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS) has revealed its annual ranking of the top 100 football leagues globally, offering fascinating insights into the current state of world football. This thorough analysis, consistently conducted since 1991, offers a detailed view of league performance worldwide, taking into account achievements in both domestic and continental tournaments.
A surprising revelation comes from Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States, despite the high-profile arrivals of stars like Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and Luis Suárez. The league has witnessed a notable decline in its ranking.
Conversely, Saudi Arabian football has experienced a positive shift with the inclusion of renowned figures. Cristiano Ronaldo joining Al Nassr and other notable players entering the Saudi Pro League propelled the competition to the 33rd position with 479.5 points, a significant improvement from last year’s 40th position. This rise is fueled by the successes of teams like Al Hilal, narrowly missing the AFC Champions League title and winning the King Cup, and Al Nassr, achieving one of its highest-ever league scores with 67 points and securing the Arab Club Champions Cup.
Claiming the top spot in the global rankings, the Italian Serie A surpasses the Premier League and La Liga, completing the trio of distinguished competitions with 1619.5, 1567, and 1447 points, respectively.
Shifting focus to South American football, the Brazilian league holds the fourth position with 1290.5 points, while the Argentine league has experienced a slight decline, now in the tenth position with 966.5 points, descending a step compared to the previous year.
