The latest round of qualifiers for the FIFA 2026 World Cup has come to a close, with a clearer picture of who can make it to the global showpiece event next year.

Morocco, who became the first African team to reach the semifinals of a World Cup in 2022, can no longer be caught for top spot in Group E of their Confederation of African Football (CAF) qualifiers. Tunisia have also made it through as table toppers in Group H, the pair being the first two African sides to confirm their progress for next year’s competition .

South Africa are on the verge of qualifying, following their 1-1 draw with Nigeria, while the Super Eagles now need to topple Benin, whom they play in their final group game.

The European qualifiers have seen some of the top-tier teams just beginning their four-team gro

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