Seven African Nations Secure 2026 World Cup Qualification Amid Historic Expansion

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers reach their climax, Morocco and Tunisia have already secured their spots, with seven more nations expected to join them in North America. Egypt is close to qualification, needing a win against Djibouti, while Algeria requires just a point against Somalia to confirm their place. Senegal, Ghana, and Ivory Coast are also in strong positions to qualify, with Cape Verde and Uganda among the hopefuls aiming for their first-ever World Cup appearance. Cape Verde currently leads Group D and needs only one win in their final matches to secure qualification. Gabon and Madagascar also remain in contention, relying on favorable results in their remaining fixtures. The race remains intense as teams fight for automatic qualification or a play-off chance to reach the World Cup.