2026 World Cup Qualifying: Egypt and Ghana Secure Wins as Algeria Stunned
Egypt’s Trezeguet shines as they secure a 2-1 victory over Burkina Faso in the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier, while Guinea causes an upset beating Algeria. Ghana also clinches a crucial 2-1 victory in Mali with a late winner from Jordan Ayew. Senegal, without Sadio Mane, settles for a 1-1 draw with DR Congo.
In other matches, Benin, Libya, Malawi, and Sudan secure wins, while Guinea-Bissau under new coach Luis Boa Morte, draws against Ethiopia. The African World Cup qualifying action continues next week, with each group winner earning a spot at the 2026 finals in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
Egypt dominates Burkina Faso with Trezeguet’s early goals, while Ghana stages a comeback against Mali. Injured Mane’s absence affects Senegal as they draw against DR Congo. Sudan takes the lead in Group B after beating Mauritania 2-0.
Algeria suffers defeat against Guinea as Riyad Mahrez misses out. Ghana secures a dramatic win over Mali with a late goal. In other matches, Benin edges past Rwanda, Libya defeats Mauritius, and Malawi triumphs over Sao Tome and Principe.
The African World Cup qualifiers continue with exciting matchups, including Nigeria vs. South Africa and Ivory Coast vs. Morocco. The race to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup intensifies as teams battle for victory in each match.