COMPREHENSIVE ROSTER: 10 African Nations to Compete in 2026 World Cup

Africa is set to make history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a record 10 teams participating, thanks to the Democratic Republic of the Congo's successful qualification, which has secured an additional spot for the continent.

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The Democratic Republic of the Congo sealed its place in the tournament with a thrilling 1–0 extra-time victory over Jamaica in the intercontinental play-offs on Tuesday, finalizing Africa's lineup for the expanded competition.

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The expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams, as decided by FIFA, has led to an increase in Africa's allocation from five to nine teams, paving the way for a record number of African nations to participate.

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Cape Verde is among the qualified nations and is poised to make its historic debut in the World Cup, a remarkable achievement for a country with a population of approximately 525,000, making it one of the smallest countries to ever reach the tournament.

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With its small population, Cape Verde's World Cup debut is a significant milestone, highlighting the country's determination and passion for football.

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Morocco and Tunisia are the most experienced teams in the group, with each having made seven previous appearances in the World Cup, bringing a wealth of experience to the African contingent.

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The full list of African teams participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup includes Senegal, Morocco, Egypt, Ghana, Algeria, Tunisia, Cote d’Ivoire, Cape Verde, South Africa, and DR Congo.