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Full List of Countries that have qualified for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Full List of Countries that have qualified for 2026 FIFA World Cup
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup fast approaching, excitement is building for what will be the biggest tournament in history, featuring 48 teams for the first time.
Set to take place across Canada, Mexico and the United States, the expanded World Cup promises more drama, more nations, and more unforgettable moments.
So far, 28 countries have officially booked their spots, leaving 20 places still up for grabs as qualifying campaigns continue around the world.
Here are Countries that have qualified for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Host Nations
Canada
Canada completes the trio of host nations for the 2026 tournament, marking the first time the Maple Leafs will appear in back-to-back World Cups. Their previous appearances were in 1986 and 2022, both ending at the group stage.
Mexico
Mexico will host the World Cup for a record third time after staging it in 1970 and 1986. The 2026 edition marks their 18th appearance, with their best results being quarter-final finishes in both home tournaments.
United States
The U.S. team automatically qualifies as co-hosts, securing a second consecutive appearance. This will be their 12th World Cup and second on home soil after USA ’94. Their best finish remains the semi-finals at the inaugural 1930 World Cup.
Asia (AFC)
Japan
Japan eased through qualification to secure their eighth consecutive World Cup appearance with three games to spare in the final Asian qualifying round.
Korea Republic (South Korea)
The Taeguk Warriors will compete in their 11th consecutive World Cup after a 2-0 win over Iraq in June.
Iran
Iran qualified for their fourth straight World Cup after a dramatic 2-2 draw with Uzbekistan on March 25.
Uzbekistan
History was made as Uzbekistan secured a top-two finish in the Asian qualifiers, earning their first-ever World Cup appearance.
Jordan
Jordan also made history by qualifying for their maiden World Cup after a 3-0 win over Oman.
Australia
The Socceroos earned their sixth straight World Cup spot after a comeback 2-1 victory over Saudi Arabia, marking their first direct qualification since 2014.
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia booked their third consecutive World Cup berth with a goalless draw against Iraq. They will aim to surpass their best-ever Round of 16 finish from USA 1994.
Qatar
The 2022 hosts secured qualification with a 2-1 win over the UAE, thanks to assists from star forward Akram Afif.
Africa (CAF)
Morocco
The 2022 semi-finalists became the first African team to qualify for the 2026 tournament after a dominant 5-0 win over Niger.
Tunisia
Tunisia sealed qualification with two games to spare, maintaining an impressive defensive record throughout the qualifiers.
Egypt
Led by Mohamed Salah, Egypt booked their ticket with a 3-0 victory over Djibouti, returning to the World Cup after missing Qatar 2022.
Algeria
The Desert Foxes return to the global stage for the first time since 2014, following a 3-0 win over Somalia.
Ghana
The Black Stars will make their fifth World Cup appearance after topping Group I with a crucial 1-0 victory over Comoros.
Côte d’Ivoire
The Elephants secured their place with a 3-0 win against Kenya, marking their return after a decade-long absence.
Senegal
The Lions of Teranga topped Group B after a 4-0 win over Mauritania, qualifying for their fourth World Cup.
South Africa
Bafana Bafana ended a 16-year wait by defeating Rwanda 3-0 to finish top of Group C ahead of Nigeria.
Cabo Verde
Cabo Verde made history by qualifying for their first-ever World Cup after topping Group D with a 3-0 win over Eswatini.
South America (CONMEBOL)
Argentina
The defending champions were the first South American team to qualify, securing their place after Bolivia’s draw with Uruguay.
Brazil
Under new coach Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil maintained their perfect qualification record, extending their streak as the only nation to feature in every World Cup.
Uruguay
Marcelo Bielsa’s side clinched a fifth straight appearance with a convincing 3-0 win over Peru.
Ecuador
Ecuador confirmed qualification after a 0-0 draw with Peru, marking their fifth World Cup appearance this century.
Paraguay
Paraguay return to the tournament for the first time since 2010 after a goalless draw with Ecuador.
Colombia
After missing out in 2022, Colombia are back with James Rodríguez inspiring a 3-0 win over Bolivia to secure qualification.
Oceania (OFC)
New Zealand
The All Whites defeated New Caledonia 3-0 in the OFC final to reach their third World Cup, having last appeared in 2010.
Europe (UEFA)
England
England comfortably qualified for an eighth consecutive World Cup after a 5-0 win over Latvia. It will be their first tournament on U.S. soil since missing USA 1994.
Marcus Rashford showed once again why Barcelona may want to keep him beyond this season, delivering a decisive performance in their crucial Champions League win over Eintracht Frankfurt.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
With Barça struggling to break down a deep-defending opponent, Rashford stepped up and provided the spark Hansi Flick’s side desperately needed.
The Blaugrana dominated possession—as they often do—but lacked penetration in the final third. Rashford, introduced at half-time, immediately shifted the tempo.
His directness, urgency and willingness to try a different approach gave Barcelona a dimension they were missing, reports Barca Blaugranes
His moment of brilliance came with a perfect cross to Jules Kounde, a pass few in the squad could execute.
The power, accuracy and timing showed exactly why Rashford’s English background and style bring something different to the team.
Barcelona needed a new solution, and Rashford delivered it
From the left flank, Barcelona have struggled to find consistent end product this season, with Alejandro Balde offering energy but not always precision.
Rashford changed that instantly, taking risks and attacking the game rather than waiting for the ideal passing sequence. His influence also sparked Lamine Yamal, who soon created another aerial chance for Kounde.
Barcelona’s comeback keeps their Champions League top-eight hopes alive, with Slavia Prague and Copenhagen still to come. But Flick knows his side must be more pragmatic, not just dominant in possession.
Even with Raphinha returning, Rashford has proven he can be a match-winner off the bench. If he wants a long-term stay at Camp Nou, performances like this will strengthen his case.
On a night when Barcelona looked lost, Rashford became the difference maker.
Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal now holds another Champions League record after the club’s 2-1 victory over Frankfurt on Tuesday night.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
Yamal’s assist for Jules Kounde means he now has more goal involvements in the tournament than any other player aged 18 or younger.
The Spaniard has now beaten Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe’s record.
Barcelona had to come from behind to get the three points against Frankfurt at the Spotify Nou Camp.
Ansgar Knauff put the Bundesliga side in front before the break.
But in the second half, two goals from Kounde sealed an important victory for the Catalans, with Marcus Rashford and Yamal bagging assists.
Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, has blamed a lack of control and fatigue for their 2-1 defeat to Atalanta in the Champions League on Tuesday night.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
Maresca’s men took the lead through Joao Pedro, before the Serie A side fought back to take all three points.
Gianluca Scamacca’s header levelled the game, before Charles De Ketelaere smashed in the winner in the 83rd minute.
“After we conceded the first goal, we lost control a little bit of the game,” Maresca told TNT Sports.
“We are playing every two days, two days, two days. For a moment we looked like we struggled a bit.
“We were aggressive like them. We had different chances to make it 2-0 and when we conceded 1-1 the dynamic of the game changed a little bit.”
Chelsea now have 10 points from six games, two points behind eighth-placed Liverpool.
The Blues welcome Everton to Stamford Bridge next in the Premier League this weekend.
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