Three African teams reach World Cup round of 32
Three African teams have advanced to the Round of 32 at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, showcasing the continent’s football strength. Morocco, South Africa, and Côte d’Ivoire have secured their spots in the knockout phase. Other African teams like Egypt, Ghana, and Cabo Verde are still in contention as the group stage nears its end. The tournament marks the first time the World Cup features 48 teams and a Round of 32.
Match highlights
- Morocco finished second in Group C after a 4-2 win over Haiti and will face the Netherlands on June 29.
- South Africa reached the knockout stage for the first time, finishing second in Group A and will play Canada on June 28.
- Côte d’Ivoire advanced by finishing second in Group E and will meet the Group I runners-up on June 30.
- Egypt, Ghana, Cabo Verde, Algeria, Senegal, and Congo DR are still competing for knockout spots as of Friday, June 26.
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the first to feature 48 teams, with top teams from each group and the best third-placed teams progressing.
