where is us ranked in world cup

The U.S. is ranked 17th in the world in the latest FIFA rankings tied to the World Cup coverage. That’s the number most recent tournament reports are using for the United States right now.

Quick context

• One recent roundup lists the USA at No. 17 in FIFA’s updated team rankings.

• ESPN’s World Cup group preview also lists the U.S. as 17th in the FIFA World Ranking.

What that means

In plain terms, the U.S. is viewed as a strong but not top-tier favorite compared with teams like Argentina, Spain, and France that sit higher in those rankings. If you meant the team’s World Cup tournament position rather than FIFA world ranking, the answer depends on the stage of the tournament.