DPR Korea Football Association: FIFA Rankings and World Cup Appearances
FIFA Rankings
The North Korea national football team, known as Korea DPR in FIFA rankings, is currently ranked 105th in the world. The team's highest ranking was 91st in 2010, while its lowest ranking was 116th in 2014.
World Cup Appearances
North Korea has qualified for three FIFA World Cups: 1966, 2010, and 2022. In 1966, the team reached the quarterfinals, the furthest it has ever progressed in the tournament. In 2010, the team finished last in its group, while in 2022, it also finished last in its group.
FIFA Ranking Calculation
The FIFA World Ranking is calculated using the Elo Model, which adds or subtracts points for matches to or from a team's existing point total. The points which are added or subtracted are partially determined by the following factors:
- The strength of the opposing team
- The importance of the match
- The outcome of the match
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