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Here are the big talking points following gameweek seven of Africa's World Cup qualifying campaign... and a look ahead to the major storylines to follow as competition resumes across the continent this week.

Morocco became the first African country to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a comprehensive 5-0 win over Niger on Friday.

While some of Africa's top teams could secure their places in the USA, Canada and Mexico for next year's FIFA World Cup, other heavyweights are in danger of missing out completely... yes, we're talking about you, Nigeria.

Women's Africa Cup of Nations hosts Morocco dispatched Ghana 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat to set up a final showdown with Nigeria at the same venue on Saturday.

Orlando Pirates have named former Morocco international Abdeslam Ouaddou as their new head coach, following the departure of Jose Riveiro before the end of the recently concluded Betway Premiership season.

A crucial penalty save by Yassine Bounou helped Al Hilal claim an impressive draw with Real Madrid at the FIFA Club World Cup.

With the 2024-25 season over, who were the best men's soccer fullbacks in the world? Our global vote has you covered in this year's edition of the ESPN FC 100.

Africa's national sides are in action all around the globe during the final international break of the season.

Achraf Hakimi is the second African to win the UEFA Champions League with two clubs. Does his standing in the continent's pantheon deserve re-evaluation as a result?

Four weeks before facing Manchester City in its opening Club World Cup game in Philadelphia, Wydad coach Rhulani Mokwena has left the Moroccan club.