How many slots does the CAF have at the 2018 FIFA World Cup?

Hayatou also said that after Fifa’s decision to enlarge the number of World Cup slots from 32 to 48 nations, he would lobby for 10 places for African nations. Hayatou, who faces a strong challenge for re-election later on Thursday, also said Africa expected 10 places in the revamped World Cup from 2026. read more

The CAF Executive Committee approved the format for the qualifiers of the 2018 FIFA World Cup on 14 January 2015, with three preliminary rounds before a final group stage featuring 20 teams. The number of preliminary rounds was reduced to two, based on information provided by FIFA in early July 2015. read more