African World Cup Qualifiers: Ivory Coast's Path to 2026
Group F of the African World Cup qualifiers comes down to the final matchday, with Ivory Coast needing a win against Kenya to secure the top spot and direct qualification over Gabon.
The Elephants hold a slim one-point lead, with 23 points, over Gabon's 22 points. To qualify directly, Ivory Coast must beat Kenya, which would automatically send them to the World Cup.
- Ivory Coast has 23 points.
- Gabon has 22 points.
If Ivory Coast! draws or loses, their qualification relies on Gabon failing to win their own match against Burundi, as a Gabon victory would see them jump into first place and claim the automatic ticket.
Ivory Coast must win to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup.
The runner-up will be left to battle it out in the tense CAF Play-off Round for a second chance.
Author's summary: Ivory Coast needs a win to secure a World Cup spot.