The race for a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup intensifies as the fifth round of qualifiers continues across the African continent this Thursday, March 20, 2025.
Several crucial fixtures are set to unfold, with teams fighting to strengthen their positions in the group standings.
Mozambique vs. Uganda
Kick-off: 14:00 (Algerian Time)
Venue: Cairo International Stadium, Egypt
Group G: Algeria, Guinea, Uganda, Mozambique, Botswana, Somalia
TV Broadcast: L’Equipe Live
Uganda and Mozambique, both seeking to stay in contention for qualification, go head-to-head in Cairo.
With Group G featuring strong sides like Algeria and Guinea, every point is vital.
Mozambique will be aiming to capitalize on their defensive solidity, while Uganda hopes to make their attacking prowess count in this must-win encounter.
Zimbabwe vs. Benin
Kick-off: 17:00 (Algerian Time)
Venue: Moses Mabhida Stadium, South Africa
Group H: Benin, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, South Africa, Lesotho
TV Broadcast: L’Equipe Live
Zimbabwe takes on Benin in a crucial Group H fixture.
With Nigeria being the dominant force in the group, the battle for the second spot remains wide open.
Zimbabwe, playing on neutral ground in South Africa, will aim to use familiar conditions to their advantage, while Benin looks to secure a vital away victory.
Libya vs. Angola
Kick-off: 20:00 (Algerian Time)
Venue: Martyrs of February Stadium, Benghazi
Group C: Angola, Libya, Eswatini, Guinea-Bissau, Sudan, Sierra Leone
TV Broadcast: L’Equipe Live
Libya hosts Angola in Benghazi as both teams strive to keep their qualification hopes alive.
Angola, known for their disciplined tactical approach, will be looking to break down a resilient Libyan side.
A win for either team could be crucial in the race for Group C supremacy.
Comoros vs. Mali
Kick-off: 22:00 (Algerian Time)
Venue: Berkane Municipal Stadium, Morocco
Group I: Comoros, Ghana, Mali, Madagascar, Central African Republic, Chad
TV Broadcast: L’Equipe Live
Mali, currently struggling in Group I, faces a must-win situation against an ambitious Comoros side.
With Ghana and Madagascar also in the mix for qualification, this encounter carries significant weight.
The Comorians, looking to continue their fairytale journey, will rely on their home advantage in Morocco, while Mali aims to bounce back and keep their World Cup dreams alive.
As the qualifiers progress, teams will be eager to gain maximum points, knowing that any slip-up could cost them a chance to compete on the world’s biggest stage in 2026.
