World Cup 2026: Nine African teams advance to Round of 16

Nine of Africa's ten teams at the 2026 World Cup advance to the Round of 16.

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Morocco, Senegal, and Nigeria are among the continent's favorites.

Africa matches its 2010 record with five teams in the quarterfinals.

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