Exciting Newcomers Set to Join FIFA World Cup 2026
Overview of FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualification
With just a year remaining until the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off, the qualification process is intensifying worldwide. Although the complete roster of the 48 participating nations is still pending approval, several teams have already secured their spots in what promises to be the largest tournament in history. Automatic qualifiers include the host nations Canada, Mexico, and the United States, along with South American powerhouses Argentina and Brazil. Below is a list of teams that are poised to make their World Cup debut in 2026.
Countries Making Their FIFA World Cup Debut
- Jordan – Qualified
- Uzbekistan – Qualified
- Cabo Verde
- Curaçao
- Guatemala
- Nicaragua
- Suriname
- New Caledonia
FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule
The tournament will unfold as follows:
Round of 32: June 28 – July 3, 2026
Round of 16: July 4 – July 7, 2026
Quarterfinals: July 9 – July 11, 2026
Semifinals: July 14 – 15, 2026
Bronze Final (3rd Place Match): July 18, 2026
Qualification Slots for FIFA World Cup 2026
- AFC: eight direct slots and one play-off slot.
- CAF: nine direct slots and one play-off slot.
- CONCACAF: three direct slots, three host slots, and two play-off slots.
- CONMEBOL: six direct slots and one play-off slot.
- OFC: one direct slot and one play-off slot.
- UEFA: 16 direct slots and zero play-off slots.