World Cup 2026 Teams – All 48 Qualified Nations & Confederations
A total of 48 nations have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, making it the largest edition in tournament history. The full World Cup 2026 teams list is organized by group below, with each nation linking to a detailed profile covering match schedule, individual fixtures, and prediction data. The expanded field includes representatives from all six FIFA confederations, with the United States, Canada, and Mexico qualifying automatically as co-hosts. Find out what nations have qualified and when the tournament kicks off in June 2026, or browse the complete roster of qualified teams by group to explore their tournament path.
Teams by Group
Group G
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World Cup 2026 Qualification & Confederation Quotas
The 48 spots are distributed across FIFA confederations through World Cup 2026 qualification pathways. UEFA holds 16 places, the largest allocation. CAF receives a record 9 berths, reflecting the continent’s growing competitiveness. AFC sends 8 representatives, while CONMEBOL receives 6 direct slots. CONCACAF has 6 total including the three automatic host entries for the United States, Canada, and Mexico. OFC qualifies 1 nation directly, and two intercontinental playoff spots plus one host-confederation playoff berth complete the 48-team field. Team fixtures begin on June 11 when the opening match kicks off, and host nation auto-qualification guarantees all three co-hosts appear in the tournament regardless of what their confederation qualifying results looked like.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?
48 nations compete in the expanded tournament, up from 32 in Qatar 2022. The additional 16 spots are distributed across confederations based on FIFA's allocation formula, with three automatic berths reserved for co-hosts.
Which countries have qualified for World Cup 2026?
The United States, Canada, and Mexico qualify automatically as hosts. The remaining 45 spots are filled through confederation qualifying campaigns — UEFA sends 16, CAF 9, AFC 8, CONMEBOL 6, CONCACAF 3 additional, and OFC 1, plus playoff berths.
Which confederations send the most teams?
UEFA leads with 16 qualifying slots, followed by CAF with 9 and AFC with 8. CONCACAF and CONMEBOL each send 6, while OFC has 1 direct berth. Two intercontinental playoff spots complete the 48-team field.