African teams’ strong showing at the World Cup is ending after Ghana loses in the last Round of 32 match involving an African side. According to reports, Africa set a tournament record by having nine teams reach the knockout rounds. Ghana, described as the final African team to play in the Round of 32, faces Colombia and is defeated 1-0. With the result, Ghana’s elimination means Africa no longer has teams remaining in the competition beyond the knockout stage matches already underway. The same coverage notes that Morocco and Egypt are still in contention, indicating they have not yet been eliminated and remain standing in the tournament after Ghana’s loss. Overall, the defeat marks a shift from Africa’s record number of teams in the knockout rounds to fewer representatives as later matches conclude.