World Cup 2026: Egypt, Cape Verde and Ghana Aim to Join Morocco in Round of 16

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Three African teams—Egypt, Cape Verde and Ghana—will be in action as they bid to join Morocco in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16.

Morocco have already secured their place in the knockout stage after eliminating the Netherlands, and attention now turns to whether more African representatives can advance in what has been an impressive tournament for the continent.

Egypt will open the day's action with a challenging Round of 32 encounter against Australia.

The North Africans will be looking to produce a disciplined performance as they seek a place in the last 16. A victory would keep alive their hopes of matching or surpassing their best-ever World Cup campaign.

Cape Verde continue their remarkable World Cup journey with a difficult clash against tournament favorites Argentina.

Having already exceeded expectations by reaching the knockout stage, Cape Verde will hope to spring another surprise and secure a historic place in the Round of 16.

Ghana will round off the day's fixtures with a high-stakes meeting against Colombia.

The Black Stars are aiming to return to the World Cup Round of 16 with a strong performance against one of South America's most consistent sides. A win would mark another significant achievement for Ghana and increase Africa's representation in the knockout rounds.

Morocco's progression has provided fresh optimism for African football, and Egypt, Cape Verde and Ghana now have the opportunity to strengthen the continent's presence in the tournament.

With a place in the Round of 16 at stake, all three teams face crucial matches that could shape Africa's World Cup campaign.