CAF World Cup Qualifiers Updated Group Standings and Highlights
Get the latest CAF World Cup qualifying group standings after Ghanas 1 0 win Moroccos commanding victory Algerias stalemate and other highlights along with updated tables and analysis .
Overview of Key Matches
The latest round of CAF World Cup qualifiers brought plenty of excitement and results that shifted the balance in several groups Ghana secured a narrow 1 0 win though earlier results showed they had also hammered Chad 5 0 in March to strengthen their grip on Group I Morocco continued their impressive run with a 2 1 win over Niger thanks to a late goal from Bilal El Khannouss which kept them firmly on top of Group E Algeria experienced mixed fortunes as they were held to a goalless draw by Guinea but responded with a 3 1 victory over Botswana to climb to the summit of Group G on goal difference Elsewhere Egypt saw off Ethiopia with a 2 0 win South Africa defeated Lesotho 2 0 Nigeria finally picked up their first victory with a 2 0 triumph over Rwanda and Ivory Coast edged Burundi 1 0 in a tightly contested clash .
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Group Standings Snapshot
Across the groups Morocco remain untouchable in Group E with 21 points and a plus 19 goal difference while Tanzania sit a distant second with 10 points In Group I Ghana are on top with 19 points and a plus 11 difference as Madagascar with 16 and Comoros with 15 chase from behind Group G is led by Algeria with 19 points and plus 12 but Uganda and Mozambique are still in the race on 15 points each .
Other groups are just as competitive Group A is controlled by Egypt on 19 points with Burkina Faso in pursuit on 14 Group B has DR Congo in front with 16 points only one ahead of Senegal South Africa lead Group C with 16 points while Benin are on 11 and Nigeria are on 10 keeping their hopes alive Group D is a close battle as Cape Verde sit first with 16 points just one above Cameroon Group F remains tight with Ivory Coast on 19 and Gabon just behind with 18 while Burundi are further back on 10 Tunisia dominate Group H with 22 points far clear of Namibia who are second with 12 .
Group E Morocco Dominates
Morocco have been flawless with seven wins out of seven giving them 21 points and a huge goal difference advantage Their most recent victory over Niger showed their quality and resilience as Bilal El Khannouss sealed the points deep into stoppage time The Atlas Lions look almost certain to book their ticket to the 2026 World Cup .
Group I Ghana in Control
Ghana sit firmly on top of Group I with 19 points showing consistency in attack and defense Madagascar and Comoros remain in the chase but Ghanas convincing win against Chad earlier in the campaign underlined their strength They will now look to finish strongly to secure direct qualification .
Group G Algeria Edges Ahead
Algeria are ahead in Group G but the race is still wide open With Uganda and Mozambique both level on 15 points the Fennecs cannot afford any slip ups Their draw with Guinea showed vulnerability but the win against Botswana kept them in front The remaining matches will be decisive in what is shaping into one of the most thrilling groups .
Other Groups
In Group A Egypt are in control with 19 points but Burkina Faso are not far behind and could still push for top spot Group B is balanced as DR Congo and Senegal battle closely separated by just a single point South Africa lead Group C but Nigerias recent win gives them a boost heading into the final stretch Group D remains highly competitive as Cape Verde and Cameroon are separated by only one point Ivory Coast and Gabon are also locked in a close fight in Group F with just one point between them Tunisia in Group H look untouchable with 22 points already creating a comfortable gap over Namibia .
What Lies Ahead
The path to the 2026 World Cup is becoming clearer with group leaders such as Morocco Ghana Algeria Egypt South Africa Ivory Coast and Tunisia closing in on qualification Behind them teams like Gabon Madagascar and Uganda are battling hard for second place which could provide another route into the tournament With several groups finely balanced the final rounds promise plenty of drama where goal difference defensive discipline and consistency will decide which nations book their spots in North America for footballs biggest stage .