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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is just around the corner, and the excitement is building. Seventeen teams have already secured their spots in the tournament, which will be hosted jointly by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The three host countries automatically qualified, while the rest of the world is battling it out in regional qualifiers.
Qualified Teams Breakdown
- Hosts:
- United States
- Mexico
- Canada
- South America:
- Argentina (19th appearance, winners in 1978, 1986, and 2022)
- Brazil (23rd appearance, winners in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002)
- Uruguay (15th appearance, winners in 1930 and 1950)
- Colombia (7th appearance)
- Ecuador (5th appearance)
- Paraguay (9th appearance)
- Asia:
- Japan (8th appearance)
- Iran (7th appearance)
- South Korea (12th appearance)
- Uzbekistan (debut)
- Jordan (debut)
- Australia (7th appearance)
- Oceania:
- New Zealand (3rd appearance)
- Africa:
- Morocco (first African team to qualify, impressive run at 2022 tournament)
The 2026 World Cup will feature 48 teams, a significant increase from the previous 32-team format. The tournament will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, with matches held in 16 stadiums across the US, Mexico, and Canada. Some notable teams still competing for a spot include those from Europe and Africa, with crucial matches scheduled in the coming months.
