Japan became the first national team to qualify through the World Cup qualifiers, with New Zealand and Argentina also clinching

Argentina will get the chance to defend its World Cup title in 2026 after becoming the first South American team to qualify for the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico next year.

World Cup that was Qatar 2022 means less time to prep for 2026 in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, so don't be surprised to see CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying back on your screens this fall, less than one year since Argentina beat France to the 2022 crown.

The European qualifiers for the World Cup may have only just begun but four nations have already booked their place at the 2026 World Cup.The UK nations have endured mixed starts to their

Teams from Oceania, South America and Asia have joined the trio of co-hosts in qualifying over a year out from the tournament. MORE — Venues, stadiums for 2026 World CupCanada, Mexico and the United States of America have all qualified as hosts,

The 2026 World Cup will have a record 48 teams, and Japan became the first nation excluding the three hosts to secure a spot. Other teams could follow in the current international window. Next year's tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada kicks off on June 11 and the final will take place on July 19.