Yebo yes! The road to the FIFA World Cup 2026 is heating up, and Mzansi is buzzing! Bafana Bafana have secured their spot, joining a growing list of nations ready to battle it out on the world stage. Let's take a look at which other African giants are joining them.
African Powerhouses Book Their Tickets
Ivory Coast and Senegal clinched the final automatic qualifying spots from Africa with impressive victories. Senegal dominated Mauritania with a 4-0 win, while Ivory Coast cruised past Kenya 3-0. These victories solidify their places alongside other qualified African teams like Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria, Ghana, and Cape Verde.
- Senegal: The Teranga Lions roared their way to victory, topping Group B.
- Ivory Coast: The Elephants are back in the World Cup for the first time since 2014 after a dominant, undefeated run.
England Joins the Party!
Across the globe, England also secured their qualification with a resounding 5-0 victory over Latvia. Harry Kane led the charge with two goals, ensuring the Three Lions' participation in the 2026 tournament. Manager Thomas Tuchel expressed his delight, emphasizing the rarity and importance of World Cup qualification.
What's Next?
With more teams securing their places, the anticipation for the World Cup draw is building. Fans across the world eagerly await to see who their nations will face in the quest for football glory. Keep an eye on Newsrpt.com for all the latest updates and analysis as the road to 2026 continues!
One more African team can qualify through continental playoffs.