- A record 10 African countries are at the 2026 World Cup — seven have already reached the knockout stage and two more could clinch spots later today, a haul that could surpass Africa’s entire historical total.
- African teams are taking points off heavyweights like Brazil, England, Spain and Portugal, and Morocco’s 2022 semifinal run highlights how competitive the continent has become.
- With growing investment and hosting roles (South Africa 2010, Morocco co-hosting 2030), pundits like Peter Crouch say it’s only a matter of time before an African team wins the World Cup — could this be the tournament that proves it?
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