Who Will Claim Africa’s Last Three World Cup Spots? All the Scenarios Ahead of CAF’s Final 2026 Qualification Night | OneFootball

The Tense Battle Between Benin, Nigeria, and South Africa for One World Cup Ticket

Who Will Claim Africa’s Last Three World Cup Spots? All the Scenarios Ahead of CAF’s Final 2026 Qualification Night

The race for the last 3 African spots at the 2026 FIFA World cup reaches dramatic climax on Tuesday 13 October.

With Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Ghana & Cape Verde already qualified, the focus shifts to 3 fiercely contested group where dreams will be realised or shattered in just 90 minute.

Group B: Senegal on the brink

Senegal stand on the threshold of qualification topping the group with 21 point, 2 clear of DR Congo.

Victory over Mauritania in Dakar would seal their spot regardless of other results. But any slip up could open the door for DR Congo who host Sudan and would qualify with win if Senegal stumble.

Perhaps the most dramatic story lies in Group C where surprise leaders Benin (17 point) are just 1 win away from first ever World Cup appearance.

Standing in their way are Nigeria (14 point) in Oyo while South Africa (15 point) lurk dangerously and face Rwanda.

A Benin victory guarantees qualification but any other result would set up tense 3 way tiebreaker that could hinge on goal difference.

Cote d’Ivoire boasting perfect defensive record, top the group with 23 point, 1 ahead of Gabon (22 point).

The Elephants host Kenya in Abidjan knowing win secures their ticket. A draw might suffice if Gabon fail to beat Burundi but only victory removes all doubt.

With only 3 tickets remaining and every goal potentially decisive.. Tuesday’s showdowns promise to write unforgettable new chapters in african football history.