BY John Odhe, YENAGOA
African football is making unprecedented history at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup. Morocco, South Africa, and the Ivory Coast have already secured their spots in the tournament’s Round of 32, showcasing the continent’s growing dominance on the global sporting stage.
Morocco’s Atlas Lions carried their spectacular momentum into 2026, advancing to the knockout rounds from Group C alongside powerhouses like Brazil.
Meanwhile, South Africa’s Bafana Bafana secured a massive 1-0 victory over South Korea to finish second in Group A, and the Ivory Coast progressed in Group E with a commanding 2-0 win over Curaçao.
The success of these three nations, supplemented by the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s highly anticipated 2026 return, underscores Africa’s largest representation ever at the expanded stage.
The unprecedented 10- man team African contingent continues to prove its mettle as the tournament heads deeper into the crucial knockout phases.
As the final matches of the group stages continue, more African teams are expected to progress to the round of 32.
