The Pharaohs know one win from their final two matches against Angola and Gabon will take them to the third and final stage of qualifying as they bid to reach a second straight World Cup. As Tunisia have a far superior goal difference, Mondher Kbaier's side could still top the group even if they lose. Showdowns loomingOctober's results have left several groups finely poised, with six winner-takes-all showdowns possible in the final round of qualifying. The Black Stars travel to Johannesburg to play Ethiopia, while South Africa - chasing a first World Cup since hosting the 2010 finals - welcome Zimbabwe prior to the clash in Ghana, whose last World Cup was in 2014. Angola and Togo, who both qualified for the 2006 World Cup, are among the countries who can no longer reach next year's finals in the Middle East.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 11, 2021 01:29 UTC