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World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Finalized
See the full group stage schedule and teams headed to the global soccer tournament
Apr. 1, 2026 at 4:46pm
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The field is set for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the last six teams have officially qualified, joining the 26 nations that had already secured their spots. The 32 teams have been divided into eight groups of four for the group stage, with the full schedule now released.
Why it matters
The World Cup is the most watched sporting event globally, and the 2026 edition will be the first to feature 48 teams, up from the traditional 32. With the United States, Canada, and Mexico serving as co-hosts, there is heightened interest and anticipation for the tournament among North American soccer fans.
The details
The final six teams to qualify for the 2026 World Cup are Morocco, Senegal, Japan, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. They join the 26 teams that had previously qualified, including powerhouses like Brazil, Germany, France, and England. The 32 teams have been divided into eight groups of four, with the full match schedule now released.
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 12, 2026.
- The group stage matches will be played from June 11-26, 2026.
- The knockout rounds will begin on June 29, 2026, with the final scheduled for July 12, 2026.
The players
Jozy Altidore
A former U.S. Men's National Team player who is partnering with Christian Kanady, the Founder and CEO of Echo, to cultivate Oklahoma City into a thriving soccer ecosystem.
Christian Kanady
The Founder and CEO of Echo, who is partnering with Jozy Altidore to develop soccer in Oklahoma City.
What they’re saying
“We want to make OKC a national soccer hub. There's so much potential here, and we're excited to get to work on cultivating the sport in this community.”
— Jozy Altidore
What’s next
The draw for the group stage of the 2026 World Cup will take place on April 1, 2026, determining the specific matchups for the opening round.
The takeaway
The expanded 48-team World Cup in 2026 will bring increased global attention and excitement, especially with the tournament being co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The qualification of teams like Morocco, Senegal, and the UAE adds new intrigue and diversity to the field.
