Africa Makes History at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with the Highest Knockout Qualification Rate of Any Confederation
Africa enjoyed its most successful FIFA World Cup group stage in history. Nine of the continent's 10 representatives advanced to the Round of 32, giving CAF a remarkable 90% qualification rate, the highest of any confederation at the tournament. Europe saw 13 of its 16 teams progress (81.3%), while South America qualified five of six teams (83.3%).
Dr. Victor Ademola
