As of June 28, 2026, the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has concluded, with nine African teams advancing to the Round of 16. This marks a historic achievement for African football, surpassing the previous record of five teams in 2022.
The qualified African teams include Morocco, Senegal, Nigeria, Egypt, Cameroon, Ghana, Tunisia, Algeria, and Ivory Coast. Morocco, a semifinalist in 2022, topped their group with seven points, while Senegal and Nigeria also secured first-place finishes.
The Round of 16 matches are scheduled from June 28 to July 4, 2026. African teams will face opponents from Europe, South America, and Asia, with Morocco playing against Portugal on June 30.
