FIFA WC26: Congo Becomes 8th African Team To Make The World Cup Round Of 32
Published on: June 28, 2026, 11:30 a.m. | Source: Free Press Journal
Africa achieved a historic milestone at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as eight nations—Morocco, South Africa, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Cape Verde, Egypt and Congo—qualified for the Round of 32, smashing the previous record of two. Congo sealed its maiden knockout berth with a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan, highlighting the growing strength of African football.
