Ranking the Middle East and North African teams at World Cup 2026
Summary
Eight teams from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) will take part in the 2026 World Cup, a record number for the region. Countries include Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Morocco, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Tunisia, with Morocco's strong performance in 2022 boosting confidence in the region.Key Facts
- The 2026 World Cup will have a record eight teams from the MENA region.
- Teams are Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Morocco, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Tunisia.
- Morocco was the first Arab nation to reach the World Cup semifinals in 2022.
- Algeria has appeared in five World Cups and won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2019.
- Algeria’s team combines experienced players like Riyad Mahrez and emerging talents.
- Algeria will face Argentina, Austria, and Jordan in Group J at the 2026 World Cup.
- Defensive problems and goalkeeper uncertainty are concerns for Algeria.
- Egypt will be competing for its first-ever World Cup win in 2026.
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