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Morocco leads African teams in 2026 World Cup rankings, Senegal finishes 31st globally
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The 2026 World Cup saw Morocco emerge as the top-ranked African team, securing 7th place globally with 11 points from three wins, two draws, and one loss. Their campaign ended in the quarterfinals after a 0-2 defeat to France. Senegal, despite being African champions, had a disappointing run, finishing 31st worldwide and 8th among African representatives after being eliminated in the round of 16. They recorded one victory against Iraq 5-0 and three losses against France 1-3, Norway 2-3, and Belgium 2-3. Egypt placed second among African teams and 15th globally with six points, reaching the round of 16 before a 3-2 loss to Argentina. Côte d'Ivoire finished 19th with six points, DR Congo 23rd with four points, Ghana 24th with four points, South Africa 25th with four points, and Algeria 30th with three points. Cape Verde, a tournament revelation, ranked 32nd globally, just behind Senegal, with both teams earning three points. Tunisia was the only African team eliminated in the first round without scoring any points, finishing 47th overall.
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