Africa-Press – Eritrea. The road to the 2026 World Cup is already taking shape, with 29 teams having secured their places among the 48 participants.
Hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the 2026 World Cup, which is the 23rd edition, introduces a new expanded format: 12 groups of four teams, from which the top two and the eight best third-placed teams will advance to an unprecedented Round of 32.
A global race nearing its final stretch
While one matchday of qualifiers remains, the March international break will determine the final playoff winners from each confederation. Europe has led the way early, with England and France becoming the first UEFA nations to book their tickets. Across the world, the qualifying race has already produced a diverse field of contenders ready for the American World Cup.
The 29 Qualified Nations Across All Continents
Host Countries: United States, Canada, Mexico
Africa: Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria, Ghana, Cape Verde, South Africa, Ivory Coast, Senegal
South America: Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Ecuador, Colombia, Paraguay
Asia: Japan, Iran, Uzbekistan, Jordan, South Korea, Australia, Qatar, Saudi Arabia
Europe: England, France
Oceania: New Zealand
With 19 spots still up for grabs, the upcoming months promise intense battles as teams fight to join this growing list and earn their place on football’s biggest stage.
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