FULL LIST: Teams leading AFCON 2027 qualifying groups

The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying race is heating up as teams compete across 12 groups. Morocco, Ivory Coast, DR Congo, and Mali have claimed the top spots in their groups with a perfect record. In Groups D, H, and L, only the highest-placed team among the three non-co-host nations will qualify. Nigeria's Super Eagles sit in second place in Group L, matching Guinea-Bissau's seven points. To secure their berth, the Eagles must surpass both Guinea-Bissau and Mali once all matches are completed.