African Nations Confirm Squads for 2026 World Cup

FIFA has released the final squad lists for the 2026 World Cup, which will take place in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, starting on June 11, 2026. A total of 1,248 players have been named, with 891 making their World Cup debut and 357 returning from previous appearances.

Ten African countries have confirmed their final squads, including Algeria, Cape Verde, Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt, Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, South Africa, Tunisia, and others. Key players in these squads include Riyad Mahrez from Algeria, Mohamed Salah from Egypt, and Jordan Ayew from Ghana.

The tournament will feature a total of 48 participating nations, marking a significant expansion from previous editions.