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Five nations have already earned spots in the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
The following are the teams, together with the hosts:
· United States of America (USA)
· Canada
· Mexico
· Japan
· New Zealand
There will be a record 48 teams competing in the FIFA 2026 World Cup. The dates of the games are June 11–July 19. Japan qualified five days prior to New Zealand’s triumph on Monday, March 24, 2025.
Of the 48 teams, two make it to the playoffs while 43 make it through the continents.
At Eden Park in Auckland, New Zealand defeated New Caledonia 3-0 in the Oceania Qualifiers final to guarantee their spot in the tournament.
The FIFA Play-off Tournament will determine whether New Caledonia will make it to the games for the first time.
If Iran defeats Uzbekistan, it will guarantee a place.
Source: newsthemegh.com