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2026 FIFA WORLD CUP: WHO'S QUALIFIED AND WHAT COMES NEXT

2026 FIFA WORLD CUP: WHO'S QUALIFIED AND WHAT COMES NEXT

The race to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is gathering pace, and the picture is becoming clearer with several nations already booking their places. The tournament, set to be hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, will be the first in history to feature 48 teams.

NATIONS ALREADY QUALIFIED

HOSTS: United States, Mexico, and Canada.

SOUTH AMERICA: Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Ecuador, Paraguay, and Colombia.

ASIA: Japan, Iran, South Korea, Australia, Jordan, and Uzbekistan.

OCEANIA: New Zealand.

AFRICA: Morocco and Tunisia.


That makes a total of 18 teams confirmed so far, including world champions Argentina, record-holders Brazil, and African trailblazers Morocco.

THE ROAD AHEAD

With more than half the slots still available, qualification battles across the continents are reaching boiling point.

AFRICA: Giants like Nigeria, Egypt, and Senegal are still in the fight. The expanded format means more African representation, but the competition remains brutal.

EUROPE: Group winners will qualify automatically, while runners-up and Nations League teams face the pressure of playoffs. Every match is a final.

ASIA: Two more direct spots and one playoff slot remain. The likes of Saudi Arabia and Qatar are pushing hard to secure their ticket.

NORTH, CENTRAL AMERICA & CARIBBEAN (CONCACAF): Outside of the three hosts, regional rivals are battling for three direct places and two playoff lifelines.


THE BIGGER PICTURE

The 2026 World Cup promises to be the most diverse edition yet. Footballing heavyweights will look to extend their dominance, but emerging nations are hungry to make history. From Africa’s surging momentum to Asia’s rising powerhouses, the stage is set for surprises.

As the clock ticks, every goal, every point, and every performance will shape football’s grandest stage. Fans around the globe can expect drama, heartbreak, and unforgettable moments as qualification continues.

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