Rivers United and Enyimba have been included in the top 500 clubs in the world as per the latest five-year ranking released by the International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS). In the IFFHS Men’s Club World Ranking, Rivers United holds the 278th position with 361.75 points, while Enyimba is ranked 421st with 280 points. This ranking emphasizes the performance of these teams in both domestic and continental competitions over the review period of January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2025.

Rivers United has shown impressive form in the Nigerian Premier Football League, having won the NPFL title during the 2021/22 season and finishing third in 2022/23. Their consistency is further highlighted by their participation in continental tournaments, where they successfully reached the quarter-finals of the CAF Confederation Cup in the last two seasons and qualified for the group stage of the upcoming CAF Champions League in 2025/26. This achievement places them at a commendable rank internationally, showcasing the growing competitiveness of Nigerian clubs.

Enyimba, known as one of Nigeria's most successful clubs with nine NPFL titles, continues to maintain a respectable position globally despite facing challenges in recent seasons. Their inclusion in the top 500 serves as an affirmation of their historical success and potential to regain prominence in both national and continental football. The recognition of both clubs highlights the importance of football in Nigeria and encourages a higher level of professionalism and competition within the local leagues.