FULL LIST: DR Congo, nine other African teams in 2026 World Cup
Africa will have a record 10 representatives at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following DR Congo’s qualification.
nThe Leopards secured the final African slot after beating Nigeria in the African play-offs and later defeating Jamaica 1-0 in the intercontinental play-offs on Tuesday night.
nThey join nine other nations that had already booked their places at the expanded tournament.
nThe Super Eagles, on the other hand, failed to qualify for the second edition in a row.
nIt will be the first time Africa sends 10 teams to the World Cup, underlining the continent’s growing influence in global football.
nFULL LIST OF AFRICAN TEAMS
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- DR Congo n
- Senegal n
- Morocco n
- Egypt n
- Ghana n
- Algeria n
- Tunisia n
- Côte d’Ivoire n
- Cape Verde n
- South Africa n
The increase in Africa’s representation follows FIFA’s expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams, creating more opportunities for countries to qualify for the global showpiece.
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