Full List of Countries Qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup So Far

The race to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is heating up, and football fans worldwide are buzzing with excitement. With the tournament set to be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, a total of 48 nations will eventually battle it out on the biggest stage of international football.

So far, 18 countries have already booked their tickets to North America, showcasing strong performances in their respective qualifiers and regional competitions.

Here’s the current list of qualified nations:

Brazil 🇧🇷

Argentina 🇦🇷

Uruguay 🇺🇾

Colombia 🇨🇴

Ecuador 🇪🇨

United States 🇺🇸 (host)

Canada 🇨🇦 (host)

Mexico 🇲🇽 (host)

Japan 🇯🇵

South Korea 🇰🇷

Iran 🇮🇷

Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦

Morocco 🇲🇦

Senegal 🇸🇳

Nigeria 🇳🇬

France 🇫🇷

Portugal 🇵🇹

Spain 🇪🇸

These early qualifiers highlight the blend of traditional football powerhouses like Brazil, France, and Argentina alongside rising stars such as Morocco and Senegal, who continue to raise Africa’s profile on the global stage.

With plenty more places still up for grabs, the coming months promise thrilling battles across Europe, Africa, Asia, and South America as more nations fight to join the 18 already on the list.

👉 Stay tuned for updates as we track every country sealing their spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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