The transformation achieved by African football in the World Cup is nothing short of amazing. In the 2018 World Cup held in Russia, none of Africa's five teams could advance past the group stage, managing only three wins out of a possible fifteen matches. However, by the 2026 World Cup, Africa has emerged as a testament to the success of FIFA President Gianni Infantino's World Cup expansion project. In essence, Africa has validated this new format. Out of a total of 10 African teams, all but one successfully passed the group stage, with semi-finalists Morocco stunning European powerhouse Netherlands on...