Nigeria, Oct. 14 -- The race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has created thrills, pain, and historical events. Some countries have established their spots; others hold onto hope; a few see their aspirations vanish.



These teams not only qualified early, but some early, some like Morocco and Egypt, notably reduced goals conceded - clean sheets were one factor in their supremacy.

Already Qualified CAF Teams

Egypt sealed Group A with 26 points and a superior goal difference.

Ghana dominated their group to finish with 25 points.

Cape Verde shocked many by topping their group ahead of Cameroon with 23 points.

Tunisia remained unbeaten into the latter stages of Group H, ending with 22 points.

Morocco completed a perfect run in Group E -...