The update of the Concacaf club ranking for March 2025 has surprised many football followers in the region. The main news is that Club América, historically considered one of the best teams, has lost its top spot to MLS's Columbus Crew, which now holds first place.
In this latest edition, the Columbus Crew is in first position with a total of 1,252 points, while the Eagles of Club América are in second place with 1,247 points. Although the Mexican team remains an undisputed favorite, it has been surpassed this time by the American league club.
The arrival of high-profile figures like Lionel Messi at Inter Miami has provided a significant boost for this team, which has risen from eighth to third place in the Concacaf ranking, accumulating 1,225 points. This rise has allowed Inter Miami to surpass traditional Liga MX teams such as Cruz Azul, Rayados, and Pachuca, highlighting the growth of the American league.
The drop in the ranking of Mexican teams such as Monterrey, Tigres, and Pachuca, with significant falls in their positions, reflects a change in the football landscape of the region. Except for América and Cruz Azul, who remain in the top 5 of Concacaf, other Mexican clubs have seen MLS rivals like Columbus Crew and Inter Miami climb positions and establish themselves at the top.
Although Mexico still dominates the top 10 with seven teams, the presence of MLS clubs in prominent positions confirms the trend towards greater competitiveness in the region. The impact of international figures and the growth of teams like Columbus Crew and Inter Miami show the evolution that football in Concacaf is experiencing.
