Ten Nations Eye 2030 FIFA World Cup Qualification

As the 2030 FIFA World Cup approaches, ten historically significant football nations are determined to return after failing to qualify for the 2026 tournament. Italy, a four-time champion, has missed three consecutive World Cups, last appearing in 2014.

Their qualification hopes ended with a penalty shootout loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina. Denmark, with six World Cup appearances, narrowly missed the 2026 tournament after losing to Scotland and Czechia in the playoffs.

Poland, featuring at nine World Cups, failed to qualify after a playoff loss to Sweden, while Hungary, absent since 1986, faced disappointment after a final-day defeat to the Republic of Ireland. Romania's notable World Cup moment came in 1994, but they have struggled since.

These nations are now focused on rebuilding their squads to secure a spot in the upcoming World Cup.