African teams failed to reach the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but their performances still generated significant financial rewards. Morocco, Egypt, Senegal, Algeria and the other representatives left the tournament with varying amounts depending on their progress. Ten African nations started the competition, but none managed to reach the final four. Morocco, the continent’s last remaining representative, was eliminated in the quarter-finals by France (2-0) on 9 July.
Morocco takes the biggest prize
Morocco secured the largest financial reward among African teams thanks to another historic World Cup run. The Atlas Lions, who became the first African and Arab team to reach the quarter-finals in two consecutive World Cups, earned €31.5 million for the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF). Their achievement confirmed Morocco’s status as Africa’s best-performing team at the 2026 tournament.
Egypt and the Round of 32 teams rewarded
Egypt, eliminated in the Round of 16, received €17.5 million after reaching the knockout stage. Seven other African teams that exited in the Round of 32 earned the same amount: €13.5 million each.
They include:
- 🇿🇦 South Africa
- 🇩🇿 Algeria
- 🇨🇻 Cape Verde
- 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
- 🇬🇭 Ghana
- 🇨🇩 DR Congo
- 🇸🇳 Senegal
Tunisia receives the minimum payout
Tunisia, the only African team eliminated in the group stage after three defeats, collected €10.5 million, including €10 million allocated for participation. The 2026 World Cup offered increased financial rewards due to the expanded 48-team format and the tournament’s strong commercial potential, particularly with the United States hosting a large share of the competition.
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