As the excitement builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 17 nations from around the world have officially secured their places in football’s most prestigious tournament. With the expanded 48-team format, qualification has taken on new intensity, and several countries have already emerged from their regional qualifiers victorious.
The three host nations—the United States, Mexico, and Canada—earned automatic qualification, setting the stage for an unprecedented North American joint-hosting.
This historic collaboration marks the first time the World Cup will be hosted across three countries, promising a diverse and wide-reaching celebration of the global game.
South America, as expected, saw heavyweights seal their places. Argentina qualified after a crucial draw between Uruguay and Bolivia on March 25. Later, Brazil, Ecuador, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Colombia booked their places between June and early September, ensuring strong representation from the continent.
Of the countries on the radar, Australia remains the only nation yet to confirm qualification. The Socceroos are still fighting for a spot in the Asian qualifying rounds.
This historic collaboration marks the first time the World Cup will be hosted across three countries, promising a grand and wide-reaching celebration of the global game that will connect with fans worldwide.
In South America, football powerhouses have locked in their spots for the tournament. Argentina secured their place in a nail-biting match on March 25 when Uruguay and Bolivia ended in a tie, setting off a chain reaction that confirmed their qualification. Shortly after, Brazil, Ecuador, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Colombia also officially claimed their spots between June and early September, highlighting the region’s impressive football talent.
Meanwhile, everyone is eagerly watching Australia as they strive to qualify. The Socceroos are still battling it out in the Asian qualifying rounds.
Current List of qualified nations
USA – Qualified (Host)
Mexico – Qualified (Host)
Canada – Qualified (Host)
Japan – Qualified (March 20, 2025)
New Zealand – Qualified (March 24, 2025)
Iran – Qualified (March 25, 2025)
Jordan qualified from Asia
South Korea qualified from Asia
Uzbekistan Qualified from Asia
Australia – Qualified (June 5, 2025)
Brazil – Qualified (June 10, 2025)
Ecuador – Qualified (June 10, 2025)
Uruguay – Qualified (Early September 2025)
Paraguay – Qualified (Early September 2025)
Colombia – Qualified (Early September 2025)
Argentina qualified in early September
Morocco qualified as the first country from CAF
