FIFA published its updated national team rankings today after the November matches.

Albania dropped two positions. The win against Andorra added very few points, and the home loss to England canceled them out. After the 1–0 win over Andorra and the 0–2 loss to England, the team fell from 61st to 63rd place.

However, Sylvinho’s squad has already secured a spot in the 2026 World Cup Play-off. On Thursday, Albania will learn its semi-final opponent.

Kosovo climbed four places and now stands 80th. The 2–0 victory over Slovenia and the 1–1 draw with Switzerland pushed the team toward World Cup Play-off qualification.

FIFA’s November ranking will determine the seedings for the World Cup Play-off draw and the final tournament.

In Europe’s regional ranking, Albania remains in Pot 3, which means it will play the first Play-off semi-final away from home.