Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:32pm on 28 Jun 2026,Sunday Sports
History was created at the FIFA World Cup 2026 as nine of the 10 African teams qualified for the knockout stage, marking the continent's best-ever performance at the tournament. Countries including Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, South Africa, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Algeria, Cape Verde and DR Congo progressed to the Round of 32. Only one African nation failed to advance. The milestone highlights the growing strength and competitiveness of African football on the world stage. Fans and football experts have praised the achievement, calling it a landmark moment that reflects the continent's rising influence in international football. (PC: NDTV)
