South American World Cup Qualifying: Argentina, Ecuador, adn Brazil Secure Spots in Expanded 2026 Tournament
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina – Argentina, Ecuador, and Brazil have officially qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the first CONMEBOL nations to secure their places in the expanded 48-team tournament. The qualification was confirmed following the latest round of South american qualifying matches, marking a significant milestone as the competition format evolves. This is the first time three South American teams have qualified this early in the process.
The 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature a new format wiht more teams, increasing the opportunities for nations across all confederations. For South America, this means a guaranteed allocation of at least six spots, with the possibility of a seventh through an inter-confederation playoff. The confirmed qualification of these three powerhouses sets the stage for intense competition amongst the remaining CONMEBOL teams vying for the remaining spots.Here’s a breakdown of teams currently qualified across other confederations:
Concacaf (North America): United States (host), Mexico (host), and canada (host).
OFC (Oceania): New Zealand.
* AFC (Asia): Japan, Iran, South Korea, Jordan, Uzbekistan, and Australia.
