2026 World Cup: Who finished as the top African assist provider in the tournament?

Moroccan maestro Brahim Diaz stands alone as the top African assist provider at the 2026 World Cup, delivering 4 key passes—well ahead of the chasing pack in a ranking characterized by a fierce battle for second place.

With Sarr leading the goalscoring charts, the spotlight now shifts to Africa’s most prolific creators at this World Cup. Once again, a Moroccan steals the show: Brahim Diaz, with 4 assists to his name, leaves his continental rivals trailing in his wake.

Also read: 2026 World Cup: Who finished as the top African goalscorer in the tournament?

Here’s the definitive ranking of Africa’s top assist makers, as of the quarter-final stage:

1. Brahim Díaz (Morocco) – 4 assists
2. Houssem Aouar (Algeria) – 2 assists
3. Iliman Ndiaye (Senegal) – 2 assists
4. Mohamed Salah (Egypt) – 2 assists
5. Hannibal Mejbri (Tunisia) – 2 assists
6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria) – 2 assists
7. Pape Gueye (Senegal) – 2 assists
8. Nicolas Pépé (Ivory Coast) – 2 assists
9. Amad Diallo (Ivory Coast) – 2 assists
10. Achraf Hakimi (Morocco) – 2 assists

Yet, this ranking highlights just how tightly contested the field is behind Real Madrid’s attacking midfielder. In fact, nine players are deadlocked on two assists each—a diverse group spanning six different national teams, from Algeria and Ivory Coast to Egypt and Tunisia.

However, with all African nations eliminated by the quarter-finals, these stats are now set in stone until the final whistle of the tournament.

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI |

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