African teams earn over $153m from expanded World Cup, with Morocco leading the prize haul

African nations received over $153 million in prize money at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Morocco earning the largest share following another strong quarter-final performance.

The expanded 48-team tournament benefited Africa, with nine nations reaching the Round of 32 and two advancing to the quarter-finals.

Morocco led African earnings with $31.5 million for reaching the quarter-finals, building on their historic 2022 semi-final achievement.

Egypt earned $17.5 million for their quarter-final finish.

Senegal, Algeria, DR Congo, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, South Africa, and Ghana each received $13.5 million for reaching the Round of 32 after advancing from the group stage.

For Ghana, reaching the Round of 32 marked their first World Cup knockout stage appearance since 2010, earning the Ghana Football Association $13.5 million.

South Africa matched Ghana’s earnings with a strong return to the tournament. Cape Verde, in their World Cup debut, exceeded expectations by reaching the knockout rounds.

Senegal and Algeria confirmed their status as leading African teams by advancing beyond the group stage. DR Congo and Ivory Coast also reached the last 32.

Tunisia was the only African team eliminated in the group stage, earning $10.5 million in prize money.

These financial rewards reflect the impact of FIFA’s expanded World Cup, which increased both participation and prize funds. The additional revenue is expected to support football development, infrastructure, and national team programs across Africa.

African teams’ FIFA World Cup prize money

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