World Cup across the USA, Mexico, and Canada with 16 different host cities selected and the schedule confirmed.

Japan became the first national team to qualify through the World Cup qualifiers, with New Zealand and Argentina also clinching

The Athletic's guide to who's qualified, how many places each confederation gets, and what stage qualification is at

World Cup is now getting closer and after the March International break, we already have seven countries that have qualified for the tournament. After the hosts (United States, Mexico and Canada) automatically clinched their spot,

Argentina have qualified for the 2026 World Cup and will defend their title in the expanded tournament next summer across the United States, Mexico and Canada.

This edition will bring a major change with the expansion to 48 teams, organized into 12 groups of four. With more matches and a new qualification system, the format promises more excitement and opportunities.

Holders Argentina have reached next year's FIFA World Cup thanks to Bolivia's 0-0 draw at home to Uruguay on Matchday 14 of South American qualifying.

World Cup expands to 48 teams and will be hosted across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Japan and New Zealand have already qualified. All matches will air on FOX.

Canada, Mexico and the United States of America have all qualified as hosts, with the expanded 48-team format opening up new opportunities to see more nations from different regions as there will be 16 more teams in the finals to enjoy. Below is the latest info on which teams have qualified for the 2026 World Cup.