Full list of the 9 African countries to represent Africa at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Africa is set for its largest-ever representation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with nine African countries having directly secured their spots at the global football showpiece co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

A tenth team remains in contention through the intercontinental playoff. The nine confirmed African countries that have qualified for the 2026 World Cup are: South Africa, Egypt, Ghana, Algeria, Senegal, Morocco, Tunisia, Cape Verde, and Ivory Coast.

The expanded 48-team World Cup format grants Africa nine direct qualification slots and an additional playoff spot, providing the continent with an unprecedented opportunity on the global stage. Morocco, who made history by becoming the first African nation to reach the World Cup semi-finals in 2022, will look to repeat their success.

Consistent performers like Senegal and Ivory Coast aim to assert their dominance, while Egypt and Ghana return to the tournament with renewed ambition. Cape Verde's qualification is a significant achievement, marking a new milestone for the island nation.

North African heavyweights Algeria, Tunisia, and Morocco continue to reinforce the region’s strong footballing tradition. The final African slot will be determined through a continental playoff involving the best runners-up: Gabon, DR Congo, Cameroon, and Nigeria.

The winner of this playoff will then advance to the intercontinental playoff for a potential spot in the 2026 tournament. With ten potential representatives, Africa heads into the 2026 FIFA World Cup with renewed hopes of a historic breakthrough on the world stage....