Which countries have qualified for the 2026 World Cup? | OneFootball

The 2026 World Cup will begin on June 11 next year, with the United States, Canada and Mexico hosting the prestigious tournament. 

It will be the first World Cup to be played under an expanded format of 48 teams. 

Qualification for the world’s biggest sporting event is nearing completion as teams battle to secure their place in North America next summer. 

Which countries have qualified?

The US, Canada and Mexico were granted automatic qualification for the World Cup. 

Cape Verde became the second smallest country ever to reach the top competition following Monday’s commanding 3-0 win over Eswatini.

They join Tunisia, Morocco, Egypt, Ghana and Algeria at the tournament. Three other African nations can still join them in North America.

Australia, Iran, Japan, Jordan, South Korea and Uzbekistan have booked their spots. New Zealand have taken the one direct qualification in Oceania. 

Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Uruguay, Paraguay and Colombia have secured their tickets for the World Cup. 

No European nations have booked their places. However, England and Portugal could qualify if they win tonight.

Croatia are nearly there, leading Czechia by three points with two matches remaining.

Countries through to the 2026 World Cup