The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, featuring expanded participation. Argentina aims to defend its title as various confederations begin their qualification processes at staggered times. Detailed schedules for upcoming qualifications for different regions are important for teams and fans alike.
The 2026 World Cup is set to be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the tournament’s 23rd edition. This page will be a comprehensive resource for all updates regarding the World Cup, including qualification formats, standings, and teams that have secured their spots.
Argentina, the reigning champions, aim to retain their title in 2026. They, along with teams from the Asian Football Confederation, have commenced their qualification process early. In contrast, African teams began qualifications in autumn 2023, while the CONCACAF and Oceania teams will follow suit, starting in 2024.
Qualification schedules vary by region: South America (CONMEBOL) kicked off in September 2023; Asia (AFC) began in October 2023; Africa (CAF) started in November 2023; North and Central America (CONCACAF) will begin in March 2024; Oceania (OFC) is set to start in September 2024; and Europe (UEFA) will initiate their qualifications in March 2025.
The 2026 World Cup qualification is underway with different regions starting their processes at various times. As Argentina seeks to defend their title, all teams will be vying for a chance to compete in what’s expected to be a highly anticipated event. The qualification timeline shows a diverse and spread-out approach to filling the tournament spots.
Original Source: www.nbcsports.com
