10 African teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The expansion of the competition from 32 to 48 teams has significantly increased Africa's representation on football’s biggest stage.
Africa is set to have its biggest-ever presence at the FIFA World Cup after 10 national teams secured qualification for the 2026 tournament in North America. The expansion of the competition from 32 to 48 teams has significantly increased Africa's representation on football’s biggest stage.
Senegal, Ivory Coast, DR Congo, Ghana and South Africa are among the nations that have booked their places, reflecting the growing strength and competitiveness of African football across the continent.
Cape Verde, Morocco, Egypt, Algeria and Tunisia complete the list of qualified teams, giving Africa a diverse and formidable group of representatives ahead of the historic 2026 FIFA World Cup.