Saudi Arabia have climbed three places to take the 55th spot in the latest FIFA World Rankings following their Arabian Gulf Cup triumph on Tuesday. The Green Falcons were 58th following the 2026 World Cup but their 2-0 win over the UAE in Tuesday's final has given them a boost in the latest rankings, released after the recent international break.
The final took place at Al-Inma Stadium in Jeddah. The victory caps an unbeaten cup run for Georgios Donis' team, with points from their five matches in the competition.