Here are the African players who have made their mark as goalscorers at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup.
African players have continued to leave their mark on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with several stars delivering crucial goals for their countries during the tournament.
From experienced veterans to emerging talents, the continent’s representatives have provided memorable moments on football’s biggest stage.
As the group stage unfolds, African goalscorers have showcased the attacking quality spread across the continent, helping their teams chase places in the knockout rounds.
Here is a look at every African player who has found the back of the net at the ongoing FIFA World Cup.
| Rank | Player | Country | Goals | Matches Played |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ismaïla Sarr | Senegal | 2 | 2 |
| 1 | Ismael Saibari | Morocco | 2 | 2 |
| 3 | Mohamed Salah | Egypt | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Mostafa Ziko | Egypt | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Mahmoud Trezeguet | Egypt | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Ibrahim Mbaye | Senegal | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Amad Diallo | Ivory Coast | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Yoane Wissa | DR Congo | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Helio Varela | Cape Verde | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Caleb Yirenkyi | Ghana | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Emam Ashour | Egypt | 1 | 2 |