Africa’s representatives at the 2026 FIFA World Cup received a mix of thrilling challenges and manageable paths following the recent group-stage draw in Washington, DC. Morocco, the continent’s top-ranked side, headlines Group C with a high-profile clash against five-time champions Brazil, while South Africa returns after a 16-year absence, facing hosts Mexico and South Korea in Group A. Côte d’Ivoire, Tunisia, and Egypt landed balanced draws offering realistic knockout opportunities, whereas Algeria and Cape Verde confront daunting opposition, including Argentina and Spain. Senegal will have a chance to renew its iconic 2002 rivalry with France, having been placed in the same group, while Ghana faces a stern test in Group L. DR Congo may yet join the fray through intercontinental playoffs, setting the stage for a landmark, geographically vast tournament.
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