48 Teams Qualified for 2026 FIFA World Cup Announced
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will expand to 48 teams, with the tournament being jointly hosted for the first time by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The qualification process has concluded, with six teams—Democratic Republic of Congo, Iraq, Sweden, Czech Republic, Turkey, and Bosnia and Herzegovina—joining the 42 nations that had already secured their spots.
The tournament will feature a total of 12 groups, with notable teams qualifying late through playoff matches. The final match schedule and draw for the tournament will be announced later.
The groups include a diverse array of countries, such as Brazil, Germany, and Argentina, among others, showcasing a wide representation of global football talent.
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