The latest five-year rankings released by the Confederation of African Football have reinforced North Africa’s dominance in continental club football, with Egypt, Morocco, and Algeria occupying three of the top four positions.
Egypt leads the standings with 185 points, reflecting the consistent success of its clubs in CAF competitions over the assessed period. Morocco follows in second place with 162 points, continuing its strong upward trajectory driven by regular deep runs in both the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup.
Algeria sits third with 130 points, maintaining a solid presence among Africa’s elite leagues, while South Africa ranks fourth with 115 points, remaining Southern Africa’s highest-ranked representative.
One of the most notable movements in the updated rankings is the rise of Tanzania into fifth place with 83 points. The East African nation’s progress highlights an evolving competitive landscape, as improved performances from its clubs and increased investment in domestic football begin to yield results on the continental stage.
Despite Tanzania’s breakthrough, the overall picture continues to be dominated by North African nations, whose clubs have consistently set the standard in CAF competitions. Their sustained success underscores the depth, infrastructure, and competitive strength that have kept the region at the forefront of African club football.
The rankings not only reflect past performances but also influence future competition seeding, further emphasizing the importance of sustained success in continental tournaments.
