Initial tickets to WC-2026: 13 national teams begin historic journey

One of the most anticipated stages for football fans — the 2026 World Cup qualifiers — has entered an active phase. Following matches across various regions, the number of teams that secured a spot in the prestigious tournament has reached 13. Out of these, 10 teams earned their place through qualification, while the remaining 3 — Canada, Mexico, and the USA — advanced automatically as host nations.

The following national teams have so far qualified for the 2026 World Cup:
🇨🇦 Canada
🇲🇽 Mexico
🇺🇸 USA
🇯🇵 Japan
🇳🇿 New Zealand
🇮🇷 Iran
🇦🇷 Argentina
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
🇰🇷 South Korea
🇯🇴 Jordan
🇦🇺 Australia
🇧🇷 Brazil
🇪🇨 Ecuador

It should be noted that Uzbekistan’s inclusion in this list marks a new chapter in the nation’s football history. This will be the country’s first-ever appearance at a FIFA World Cup, fulfilling a long-held dream for many fans.

The World Cup will be held in the summer of 2026 — in June and July — across venues in Canada, Mexico, and the USA. This tournament will be the first in history to feature 48 participating teams. Exciting battles, dramatic storylines, and historic results are expected at every stage.

Zamin.uz will continue to provide regular coverage of all key developments during the WC-2026 qualifiers and final tournament, including updates on our national team’s progress.