Argentina jump to second in FIFA Rankings

Alejandro Sabella's men made sure of their place at Brazil 2014 with an emphatic 5-2 win over Paraguay in Asuncion, Lionel Messi scoring a double as the two-time winners cruised to victory.

That success has seen them rise above Colombia and Germany and into the top two, with holders Spain remaining at the top following a victory over Finland and 2-2 draw with Chile. 

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