Nils Nielsen’s side drew twice against Colombia in April and lost twice against Brazil in friendly matches played in June but despite dropping two spots, remained Asia’s highest ranked side at seventh.
DPR Korea are the next highest at ninth while Australia rose one spot to 15th on the back of wins against Argentina and Korea Republic respectively. .....
🇯🇵 Japan and 🇰🇵 DPR Korea remain in the world Top 10
— AFC Women’s Football (@TheAWCL) June 12, 2025
🇦🇺 Matildas improve one spot
Check out the Top 10 women's sides from Asia in the latest #FIFARanking! pic.twitter.com/TWmQ4Wh2Kl
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