Out of the record-breaking 48 teams at the 2026 World Cup, 10 of them are flying Africa’s flags.
Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, Algeria, Cape Verde, Tunisia, South Africa, Egypt, DR Congo and Cote d’Ivoire will be looking to make the continent proud at the tournament.
“Off the pitch, if there were a fashion/arrival trophy, Africa already won that thanks to Congo and others bringing in the heat,” Victor Oluwafemi, the Senior Social Media Manager at Sporty TV tells DAILY POST.
“On the pitch, I don’t think we can equal the feat of 2022 because of the immense quality of football and competition that awaits.
“Yes, the numbers increased from five to ten. Yet, a large percentage of them might just make the numbers.
“South Africa already gave us a tip of the iceberg of what to expect from Africa. My bet is on Morocco and Senegal to reach the Round of 16.”
South Africa finished their opening game with nine men, as they lost 2-0 to co-hosts Mexico.
On the other hand, Morocco gave a good account of themselves, and Brazil needed a piece of Vinicius Jr magic to earn Selecao a 1-1 draw.
It was Amad Diallo, who eventually brought Africa it’s first win at the World Cup, scoring the winner in the 90th minute, as Cote d’Ivoire edged a 1-0 win over Ecuador in the early hours of Monday.
After that, Sweden thrashed Tunisia 5-1.
Later on Monday, European champions Spain take on debutants Cape Verde, and Belgium face seven-time AFCON
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