sportsDR Congo Wins African Playoff, Egypt Secures 2026 Spot
Published March 26, 2026 · Updated March 26, 2026 ·
The GuardianDR Congo won the African playoff final against Nigeria after a penalty shootout, earning a spot in the intercontinental playoffs. Egypt beat Djibouti 3-0 to secure its fourth World Cup final appearance.
DR Congo won the African playoff final against Nigeria after a penalty shootout, earning a spot in the intercontinental playoffs.
Egypt beat Djibouti 3-0 in Casablanca to secure its fourth World Cup final appearance, despite never having won a match.