FIFA World Cup 2026
World Cup 2026 Teams by Confederation
Here are the 48 World Cup 2026 teams grouped by confederation, with links to each team's fixtures and group.
UEFAEurope · 16
CONMEBOLSouth America · 6
ConcacafNorth & Central America and the Caribbean · 6
AFCAsia · 9
CAFAfrica · 10
OFCOceania · 1
FAQ
How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?
48 teams, expanded from 32, drawn into 12 groups of four.
Which confederation has the most teams?
UEFA (Europe) has the most teams at the 2026 World Cup with 16.
Are the host nations included?
Yes. Hosts Canada, Mexico and the United States all qualified automatically and are listed under Concacaf.
Where can I see the group-stage fixtures?
The full group-stage schedule is on the schedule page, and the 12 groups with standings are on the groups page.
Is this an official FIFA site?
No. WorldCupMatchDay is an independent, fan-made resource and is not affiliated with FIFA.