2026 FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS

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Kylian Mbappe's dazzling strike sparks French fireworks in World Cup qualifier frenzy

As the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup roared back into life on Matchday 7, France and Switzerland powered ahead at the top of their groups with commanding victories.

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World Cup qualifiers: Aubameyang bags four against Gambia, Ivory Coast humble Seychelles

Ivory Coast scored seven unanswered goals against Seychelles in their 2026 World Cup qualifier on Friday, while Senegal won 5-0 at South Sudan.

Zimbabwe coach Michael Nees

Zimbabwe focus not on spoiling Bafana Bafana party - Michael Nees

Zimbabwe head coach Michael Nees says their main priority today is not to spoil anyone’s party but to produce a good result for their nation’s pride.

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Super Eagles captain reveals mindset in World Cup qualification

Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong has spoken of the belief and confidence running through the Super Eagles camp ahead of their must-win FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho in Polokwane.

Bafana Bafana Coach Hugo Broos during the South Africa national men's soccer team squad announcement at SABC Studios on March 13, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Hugo Broos: Bafana Bafana need no favours

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos says their crunch 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe is their most important game in nearly 24 years.

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Africa World Cup Qualifiers wrap - Algeria secure World Cup final place

Algeria secured their place at the World Cup finals with a 3-0 win over Somalia on Thursday - to join fellow qualified teams Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.