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Atlas Lions thrash Niger 5-0 to secure early ticket to USA, Canada, Mexico

World Cup 2026: Who Has Qualified So Far? Complete Round-Up

The Moroccan national team's officially become the first African side to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World cup sealing their spot with dominant 5 - 0 win over Niger on Friday night.

Historic achievement for the Atlas Lions

With this victory, Morocco guaranteed top spot in Group E of the African qualifiers regardless of the remaining matches. The Atlas Lions are also the second Arab nation to book place at the tournament following Jordan.

Expanded World Cup format

The 2026 edition will mark new era with the competition expanding to 48 team instead of 32. So far 17 nation have secured qualification:

What’s next for Morocco?

The Atlas Lions, semi finalists at the 2022 World cup in Qatar, now turn their focus to preparations for another historic campaign aiming to confirm their status among the world’s elite football nations.ax