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Saudi Arabian clubs dominate the AFC Champions League, with top players like Ivan Toney, Riyad Mahrez, and N’Golo Kante aiming for further success. The tournament features 24 teams split into western and eastern zones, with recent matches showcasing dramatic comebacks and high-profile signings. The competition began this week.
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Several African nations have secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup, with South Africa returning after 2010, Ghana qualifying automatically, and other countries like Algeria and Egypt also confirmed. Meanwhile, ongoing qualifiers in Asia and the Middle East continue to shape the final lineup for the expanded tournament.
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South Africa and Cape Verde secured their first World Cup appearances for 2026, with South Africa topping their group after CAF points deductions, and Cape Verde winning their first-ever qualification, joining other African nations in North America. Nigeria and Cameroon face playoff routes.