World Cup: Full List of Countries That Have Qualified

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As qualification rounds continue worldwide, more countries have confirmed their places at the 48-team 2026 FIFA World Cup. As of Thursday, the following teams have officially secured their spots in the tournament, which will be jointly hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

Host Nations

The three co-hosts automatically qualify:
Canada, Mexico, United States

Africa (CAF)

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Nine African nations have booked their places:
Algeria, Cape Verde, Egypt, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Morocco, Senegal, South Africa, Tunisia

Asia (AFC)

Eight Asian teams have qualified:
Australia, Iran, Japan, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Uzbekistan

Europe (UEFA)

Two European powerhouses are already through:
England, France

Oceania (OFC)

Oceania will be represented by:
New Zealand

South America (CONMEBOL)

Six South American nations have secured qualification:
Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Uruguay

More teams are expected to join the list as qualification matches conclude across the continents.

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Faisal Salisu Dambatta is a Nigerian journalist, editor, and digital publisher recognized for his dedication to factual reporting and public-interest storytelling. He has built a reputation for blending traditional journalistic integrity with modern, data-driven news analysis. Over the years, Faisal has covered national and regional developments across politics, governance, technology, and socio-economic affairs. His writing emphasizes accuracy, accountability, and the preservation of journalistic ethics in the digital age. He currently serves as a lead editor at Etimes247 Newspaper, where he oversees editorial direction, audience engagement, and the integration of SEO-optimized content strategies. Faisal believes in using media as a force for civic awareness and constructive public dialogue. When he’s not editing stories, he contributes to journalism training, digital literacy advocacy, and research on the evolution of online news consumption in Africa. Areas of Expertise: Investigative reporting | Digital publishing | Media strategy | SEO | Audience development

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