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The Argentine Primera División has experienced a paradoxical shift in the latest Opta Power Rankings, dropping one position to 11th place globally while simultaneously boosting its average team rating from
77.5 to 78.6. This rating increase highlights an improvement in the league's overall quality despite the slip in rank.
The Opta Power Rankings evaluate over 15,000 men's and women's teams worldwide using advanced performance metrics, providing a comprehensive measure of league strength. The Argentine league now stands as the
second highest-rated non-European league, trailing only Brazil's Serie A, which holds ninth place with an average rating of
79.4.
This rise in rating, despite the drop in rank, suggests that while other leagues may have improved more rapidly or added stronger teams, the Argentine Primera División's clubs have enhanced their performance levels. The league's position reflects competitive dynamics in global football, where European leagues dominate the top spots, with the Premier League averaging a rating of
92.6.
The Argentine league's improved rating could be attributed to better team performances, player development, or strategic investments, signaling a positive trend for South American football outside Brazil. This nuanced change underscores the complexity of league rankings, where position and rating can move in different directions.
"The average Opta Power Rating has increased from 77.5 to 78.6," marking a significant boost in quality despite the slip from 10th to 11th place.
As the global football landscape evolves, the Argentine Primera División's rising rating may attract more attention from scouts, sponsors, and fans, reinforcing its status as a key competition in South America.
Sources: The Argentine Primera División has slipped to 11th place in the global league rankings but saw its average Opta Power Rating rise from 77.5 to 78.6, making it the second highest-rated non-European league after Brazil's Serie A, which ranks ninth with a 79.4 rating.
