The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, featured ten African representatives: Algeria, Cameroon, Egypt, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Tunisia. This marked the largest African contingent in World Cup history.
Morocco, the standout performer, advanced to the round of 16 after finishing second in Group F behind Portugal. They were eliminated by Spain in a penalty shootout. Senegal and Nigeria reached the round of 16 as well, with Senegal losing to England and Nigeria falling to Brazil.
Algeria, Cameroon, Egypt, Ghana, Ivory Coast, South Africa, and Tunisia were eliminated in the group stage. South Africa, making their first appearance since 2010, failed to progress. Overall, African teams won 8 of 30 group matches, a 26.7% win rate.
