Heavyweights dominate the list of the 12 teams set for next year’s global showpiece, but Scotland and Norway stole the headlines.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the biggest tournament of its kind, as the global football governing body has expanded its field for the upcoming competition.

The squad powered through two European playoff matches to qualify for the summer tournament.

Why the carbon footprint of the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be double that of the Qatar World Cup.

Republic of Ireland forged a stunning late fightback, going from 1-2 down to 3-2 up at the fag end to stun Hungary in their FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers, Group F clash at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary on Sunday (November 16, 2025).

Qualification for FIFA World Cup 26™ started in September 2023. Paraguay v Peru was the first match on the long road to Canada, Mexico and USA. Find out more about how places at

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is just around the corner, and the excitement is building with every passing day as North America prepares for the biggest tournament in soccer history. This year’s World Cup will be unlike anything we have ever seen before.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will span the USA, Canada, and Mexico, with matches taking place in 16 cities and stadiums across North America.