Globally, Belgium retained top spot, while Euro 2020 winners Italy moved up into the top five behind runners-up England. The next rankings will be published on 16 September 2021.
In November last year, 2018 World Cup runners up Croatia defeated Spain in Nations League match in which Dejan Lovren made some statement after the encounter.
Hazard's current deal runs until 2020 and Chelsea are keen to extend that agreement to put Real Madrid off reigniting their interest in the 27-year-old.
The Netherlands, who were runners-up at the World Cup in France, moved five places up to the third position and are the biggest movers within the top 10.
Newcastle United front-runners to sign Federico Chiesa Barcelona have been handed a blow in their pursuit of Juventus star Federico Chiesa, with Newcastle United leading the race for the Euro 2020 star.
Viewers of Big Brother Naija, BBNaija 2020, have predicted the winner and runners-up in the finale of season 5 next week Sunday. Laycon, Dorathy, Neo, Vee and Nengi on Sunday emerged as the top five housemates.
From the third tier to a ninth-place finish in the Premier League, Brentford's rise has been meteoric. However, major silverware still eludes them. A notable League Cup semi-final run in 2020-21 showcased their potential.