Ivory Coast Joins Tunisia As Only African Teams To Go Unconceded In 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
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By Sportsgister
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers draw to a close, two nations stand apart for an extraordinary defensive feat: Ivory Coast and Tunisia have become the only African teams to complete the qualifying phase without conceding a single goal.
Tunisia concluded their campaign with a 3–0 win over Namibia, cementing their place at the top of Group H while maintaining a perfect defensive record 10 matches played, 0 goals conceded.
Throughout the qualifiers, the “Carthage Eagles” won nine of their ten matches and drew one, compiling 22 goals scored and none conceded — a remarkable balance of attack and impermeable defense.
This achievement makes Tunisia the first team in history (across all confederations) to complete a World Cup qualifying phase without conceding, a record-breaking landmark in international football.
Meanwhile, African champions Ivory Coast have matched Tunisia’s defensive brilliance in Group F, navigating their qualifying group without allowing a single goal.
Though reports note Ivory Coast finished with zero goals conceded having scored 25 goals,the team also posted a potent attack and consistent form to top their group.
Their unyielding backline and organized defensive structure underscore the discipline and tactical cohesion under their coaching setup.
