Tunisia Secures World Cup Spot, Uganda and Madagascar Shine
Tunisia clinched their spot for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a late win over Equatorial Guinea, while Uganda and Madagascar also made headlines with impressive performances. Here’s a recap of the key matches from a dramatic matchday.
Tunisia 1-0 Equatorial Guinea
Tunisia became Africa’s second team to qualify for the World Cup after a tense 1-0 victory against Equatorial Guinea in Malabo. Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane scored the decisive goal in the 90+4th minute, ensuring the Eagles of Carthage will make their seventh World Cup appearance. With 22 points from eight games and a stunning defensive record of 13 goals scored and none conceded, Tunisia’s qualification was well-deserved.
Morocco 2-0 Zambia
Already-qualified Morocco continued their dominance with a solid 2-0 victory over Zambia. Youssef En-Nesyri opened the scoring early, and Hamza Igamane added a second just after halftime. This win marked Morocco’s seventh consecutive victory in the qualifiers, leaving them with a remarkable 21 points and a +19 goal difference, firmly establishing their position at the top of Group E.
Mozambique 2-0 Botswana
In Group G, Mozambique kept their hopes alive with a 2-0 win against Botswana. Witi scored the opener just six minutes into the match, and Feliciano “Bangal” Jone sealed the victory with a goal in the 71st minute. This win brought Mozambique to 15 points, putting them just three points behind leaders Algeria.
Uganda 2-0 Somalia
Uganda responded well to the pressure from Mozambique, securing a 2-0 win against Somalia. Allan Okello scored from the penalty spot early in the game, and Jude Ssemugabi doubled the lead before halftime. This victory moved Uganda level with Mozambique in Group G, setting up a crucial upcoming match against Algeria.
Guinea 0-0 Algeria
Algeria faced a surprising setback, held to a goalless draw by Guinea. This marked the first time in 37 matches that Algeria failed to score in a World Cup qualifier. Despite the draw, they remain at the top of Group F with 19 points.
Malawi 2-2 Liberia
In an exciting encounter, Malawi staged a late comeback to draw 2-2 with Liberia. Ayouba Kosiah scored twice for Liberia, but Gabadinho Mhango and Chawanangwa Kawonga brought Malawi back into the game, securing a valuable point.
Madagascar 3-1 Chad
Madagascar continued to rise in Group I with a strong 3-1 victory over Chad. After conceding an early goal, the Barea responded with three goals in the second half, showcasing their determination and skill. This win places them level with Ghana at the top of their group.
Guinea-Bissau 2-0 Djibouti
Guinea-Bissau revived their World Cup hopes with a 2-0 victory over Djibouti. Goals from Iano Simão and Fali Candé ensured a comfortable win, bringing them closer to the top of Group A.
