Which teams are in the FIFA World Cup 2026, and who can still qualify?
Summary
The final eight automatic spots for the FIFA World Cup 2026 have been filled, with the tournament featuring 48 teams and being held in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Curacao and Haiti are among the small countries qualifying, while notable teams like Italy and Nigeria have to compete for spots in playoffs. The complete list of qualified teams won't be known until March 2026.Key Facts
- The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
- The tournament will feature 48 teams, an expansion from previous years.
- Curacao, a nation with a population of 156,000, qualified for the first time.
- Haiti qualified for the World Cup for the first time in 52 years.
- Notable teams like Italy and Nigeria have not secured qualification and are in playoffs.
- The final list of 48 teams will be confirmed by March 31, 2026.
- European playoffs will decide the final four spots for UEFA teams.
- Intercontinental playoffs will determine the last two spots for the tournament.
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