Iran has moved up 15 places to 52nd spot in the latest FIFA monthly rankings.
The Iranians earned the place with 596 points after they recorded three consecutive wins over Qatar, Lebanon and South Korea in the World Cup qualifiers, reports Xinhua.
Spain continues to lead the way atop the rankings ahead of Germany.
Brazil has surged to ninth spot in the FIFA rankings after winning the Confederations Cup, rebounding from its historic low standing of 22nd.