Egypt, Sudan, and Morocco Lead the Charge as Africa’s World Cup Qualifiers Heat Up

As the road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup heats up, African teams are fiercely competing in the CAF (Confederation of African Football) qualifiers. With the qualifiers now in full swing, some of Africa’s top footballing nations—Egypt, Sudan, and Morocco—are emerging as the early leaders in their respective groups.

Egypt, fresh off a successful Africa Cup of Nations campaign, has shown strong form in the early stages of the qualifiers, maintaining a top position in Group G. Meanwhile, Sudan has surprised many by leading Group F, showcasing an impressive team performance. Morocco, who reached the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup, is leading Group A and continues to be one of Africa’s most formidable teams on the international stage.

With the qualifiers running through 2025, the competition remains intense as teams fight for the chance to represent Africa at the global stage. Among the top contenders, nations like Cameroon, Nigeria, and Senegal also have their eyes set on securing a spot in the tournament, adding to the excitement as each group battle progresses.

Upcoming matches include a crucial clash on March 19, 2025, between Eswatini and Cameroon in Group D. This match will be pivotal for both teams as they aim to solidify their positions in the race to the World Cup.

The qualification process will see numerous changes in rankings and standings, with teams adjusting strategies and lineups in response to their opponents. The pressure is mounting on every squad, making each match increasingly significant as the tournament draws closer.