FIFA World Cup 2026: List of countries already qualified from different continents

Kampala, Uganda: With the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup underway, several nations across various continents have already secured their places in the historic 48-team tournament.

The United States, Canada, and Mexico automatically qualify as hosts, marking the first time the World Cup will be jointly hosted by three countries. These hosts are guaranteed spots, setting the stage for a truly global celebration of football.

Africa has made a strong showing, with nine nations officially booked for the tournament. Algeria, Cape Verde, Egypt, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Morocco, Senegal, South Africa, and Tunisia have all confirmed their qualification, underlining the continent’s growing football prowess on the world stage.

Asia will be represented by Australia, Iran, Japan, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, and Uzbekistan, showcasing the region’s competitive football development and the expanding reach of the game in diverse environments.

From Europe, England is the first nation to secure its place, continuing the continent’s tradition of producing World Cup contenders. Oceania will be represented by New Zealand, marking the island nation’s continued presence in football’s premier competition.

South America, long regarded as a football powerhouse, has already qualified Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, and Uruguay, ensuring the tournament will feature some of the game’s biggest stars and most competitive teams.

The expansion to a 48-team World Cup in 2026 promises greater global representation, offering nations from all corners of the world the chance to compete on football’s biggest stage. Fans can expect heightened excitement, emerging talents, and intense competition as qualifiers continue across the remaining continents.