The World Cup 2026 is now a mere eight months away, and the list of qualified teams is steadily growing after the latest round of qualifying fixtures.
Scotland, who booked themselves at least a spot in the World Cup playoffs with wins over Greece and Belarus last week, will hope they can end their 28-year exile from the tournament and secure a spot at next summer’s football showcase, which is scheduled to take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Want to know which nations have confirmed their place at the World Cup next summer thus far? Here is a full list of all 28 nations to have qualified for the World Cup 2026:
13. Iran
The seventh time they have qualified for the tournament, Iran will be looking to make it to the knockout stages for the first time in their history. | AFP via Getty Images
14. Jordan
The Asian outfit will make their debut at the World Cup next summer after qualifying for the first time in their history. | AFP via Getty Images
15. England
The Three Lions became the first and only European team so far to secure qualification for the World Cup, winning all six of their opening qualification fixtures. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
16. Uzbekistan
A tournament debutant, Uzbekistan will take part in their first World Cup finals next summer, | AFP via Getty Images Photo: FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images