Germany replace Brazil at top of Fifa world rankings

Germany have knocked Brazil from the top of Fifa’s world rankings.

The world champions overtook Brazil after the latest round of 2018 World Cup qualifiers.

Portugal, Argentina and Belgium complete the top five.

England have been replaced by Wales as the highest-ranking UK team, falling two places to 15th whilst Chris Coleman’s team take up 13th.

Scotland have risen 15 places to 43rd and Northern Ireland take up 20th, the highest ranking ever for the team.

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