Twenty-eight nations, including hosts Canada, Mexico, and the United States, along with historic first-time qualifiers like Uzbekistan, Jordan, and Cabo Verde, have secured their places in the expanded 48-team 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Twenty-eight nations have officially qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be the largest tournament in history with 48 teams co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The three host nations automatically qualify, alongside established powers like defending champions Argentina, perennial contenders Brazil, and European powerhouse England. The Asian confederation saw historic first qualifications for Uzbekistan and Jordan, while Cabo Verde achieved a maiden berth for Africa. Despite 28 spots filled, the report notes that 20 places still remain up for grabs as qualifying campaigns continue globally for the event in North America. Morocco, a 2022 semi-finalist, was the first African team to qualify after a “dominant 5-0 win over Niger.”