By redaction ARPS with AP
In the African World Cup qualifying rounds, three teams secured their spots in the tournament.
Senegal defeated Mauritania 4–0, with Sadio Mané scoring two goals. South Africa won 3–0 against Rwanda, qualifying for their first World Cup since 2010 despite a three-point deduction.
Ivory Coast topped Group F with a 3–0 victory over Kenya, with goals from Frank Kessie, Yan Diomande, and Amad Diallo.



