Eagles drop to 7th on most valuable African teams list

The Nigerian Super Eagles, once considered Africa's most valuable national team, have dropped to seventh place in the latest Transfermarkt market value rankings. This decline sees Morocco, Ivory Coast, and Senegal surge ahead in valuation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Ivory Coast now leads the continent with an impressive squad value of €522.10m. This valuation is significantly boosted by teenage sensation Yan Diomandé, whose rise at RB Leipzig has made him Africa's most valuable player at €90m. Senegal follows in second place with €478.10m, featuring a young core led by Iliman Ndiaye, Nicolas Jackson, and Lamine Camara.

Morocco secures third place with a valuation of €447.70m, captained by Achraf Hakimi, who is valued at €80m. Algeria and Ghana complete the top five, with Ghana's inclusion boosted by Antoine Semenyo's recent transfer. Cameroon sits in sixth place, just ahead of Nigeria.

Nigeria's current squad is valued at €172.05m. This figure is attributed to factors such as injuries, inconsistent player form, and the inclusion of players from domestic and emerging leagues who hold lower market values. While Victor Osimhen remains a key star, significant value drops elsewhere have contributed to the team's overall decrease in valuation. Other teams like DR Congo, Mali, and Egypt round out the top ten, with Mali's rise notably credited to midfielder Mamadou Sangaré.