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History made! 9 of 10 African teams qualify for World Cup knockouts

Africa is celebrating its finest FIFA World Cup performance, with a record nine nations advancing to the Round of 32. Morocco, South Africa, and Senegal are among the teams making history. Debutants DR Congo secured their first-ever World Cup win, while Cabo Verde continued their fairytale run by progressing without a group stage victory. This marks a significant leap for African football on the global stage.

28 Jun 2026 12:37 pm