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:
17. Qatar
After hosting the last World Cup, Qatar will return to the tournament after achieving qualification from the Asian qualifiers. | KARIM JAAFAR/AFP via Getty Images Photo: KARIM JAAFAR/AFP via Getty Images
18. Saudi Arabia
Their seventh, and third consecutive, appearance at the tournament, Saudi Arabia have confirmed their place at the World Cup in America, Mexico, and Canada. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
19. South Korea
Semi-finalists in 2022, South Korea have confirmed their place at the World Cup next year. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
20. Morocco
Made it all the way to the semi-finals at Qatar 2022, Morocco have qualified for next summer's tournament. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images