FIFA lauds five Arabic stars at World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup saw several African players shine brightly during the tournament, showcasing impressive levels and outstanding performances with their national teams. Among these, the Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, aged 40, stood out in his first match against Spain, contributing with crucial saves and successfully keeping his goal intact, greatly boosting his popularity. Côte d'Ivoire achieved a historic milestone by reaching the knockout stages for the first time, thanks to the performance of their young forward, Yann Diedoumi. He displayed high skill levels and scored important goals. The Moroccan national team also had a remarkable presence, highlighted by their players' brilliance, especially Azzedine Ounahi, who scored twice and played vital roles in reaching the quarter-finals, setting a record for the most goals scored by Africans in this edition. Additionally, Senegal’s striker Ismaïla Sarr emerged as Africa’s top scorer in the tournament with 4 goals, while Egypt’s star Imam Ashour surprised everyone with his performance, netting two important goals. Furthermore, individual victories and team successes from Africa marked the competition, as many players showcased their skills and achieved accomplishments that prominently highlighted Africa’s name in the history of the 2026 World Cup.
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