The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the nine African nations that have secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including Egypt, which returns to the world stage with renewed determination and pride.
Alongside Egypt, the qualified teams are Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Ghana, Senegal, South Africa, Cape Verde, and Ivory Coast.
“I warmly congratulate our nine African teams whose outstanding performances have brought pride and joy to the entire continent,” said H.E. Youssouf. “Their success demonstrates Africa’s growing strength, skill, and unity on the global stage.”
He added, “These teams carry the hopes of over a billion Africans. I wish them every success as they prepare to compete at football’s highest stage.”
The Chairperson paid tribute to all African teams that participated in the qualifiers, praising their “passion, commitment, and sportsmanship—values that continue to inspire young people across our continent.”
H.E. Youssouf also expressed appreciation to FIFA for increasing Africa’s World Cup quota from five to nine teams, calling it “a decision that reflects growing confidence in African football and offers more nations the opportunity to showcase their talent and culture to the world.”
He concluded, “Sport remains one of the most powerful instruments of unity and solidarity. Through football, Africa continues to tell its story of resilience, creativity, and shared aspiration for excellence.”
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marks a new era for African football. With Egypt among the nine proud representatives, the continent is set to make its strongest showing yet.
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