The FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers have brought thrilling action to the CECAFA Zone, with teams showcasing their determination and skill on the global stage.
Ethiopia’s Walya Antelopes secured a commanding 6-1 victory over Djibouti in Group A, marking their first win in the qualifiers.
Bereket Desta and Abubeker Nassir each scored hat-tricks, leading Ethiopia to dominate the match at the Stade Ben M’Hamed El Abdi in Morocco.
Despite a brief response from Djibouti’s Samuel Akinbinu, Ethiopia’s relentless attack ensured a decisive win, propelling them to fourth place in the group standings.
Meanwhile, Uganda Cranes revived their campaign in Group G with a narrow 1-0 victory against Guinea at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole. Allan Okello’s expertly curved free kick secured the win, lifting Uganda to nine points.
In another game, Burundi delivered a stunning 5-0 triumph over Seychelles in Group F, with Bonfils-Caleb Bimenyimana’s brace highlighting their dominant performance.
In other matches, Sudan and South Sudan played to a dramatic 1-1 draw in Group B, while Rwanda settled for a 1-1 draw against Lesotho in Group C. Tanzania faced a tough challenge, falling 2-0 to Morocco in Group E.
