Morocco become first African nation to qualify for 2026 World Cup as flawless qualifying campaign continues with commanding win over Niger

It only took six qualifying matches for Morocco to earn their spot among the best nations in the world next summer. They won each of their matches, beating Niger 5-0 on Friday night, meaning they were handed a spot with just two games to spare.

The African side had their best run in their continent's history at the tournament in Qatar four years ago. They made it to the semi-finals, before bowing out at the hands of France. They will be hoping to repeat that feat in the United States next summer.

Morocco are the first African nation to qualify. They have an abundance of talent at their disposal, including Paris Saint-Germain star Achraf Hakimi, and Leicester midfielder Bilal El Khannouss.

Morocco still have two qualifiers left to play - against Zambia and Congo. However, the pressure is off as they turn their attention to the Africa Cup of Nations this winter instead.