The Elephants now join other African nations who have already sealed their tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including Algeria, Senegal, Cape Verde, South Africa, Tunisia, Morocco, Ghana, and Egypt.
Kenya’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign came to a disappointing end on Tuesday night after a 3–0 defeat to Ivory Coast in Abidjan.
The Harambee Stars struggled to contain a dominant Ivorian side that needed all three points to confirm their place at the 2026 World Cup to be held in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.
Ivory Coast’s victory ensured they finished top of their qualifying group, securing automatic qualification to the global showpiece. For Kenya, it marked the end of a campaign that began with hope but concluded in frustration and missed opportunities.
The Elephants now join other African nations who have already sealed their tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including Algeria, Senegal, Cape Verde, South Africa, Tunisia, Morocco, Ghana, and Egypt.