List of Teams Qualifying for the FIFA World Cup for the First Time

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will feature 48 teams for the first time, with four countries earning their inaugural spots in the tournament. Jordan and Uzbekistan have qualified from the Asian region for the first time, while Curaçao and Cape Verde have secured their debut World Cup participation from the CONCACAF and African zones, respectively. Kathmandu, 28 Baisakh.

With only one month remaining until the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026, hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, an expanded roster of 48 teams will participate. Among the teams qualifying for the first time are Jordan and Uzbekistan. Jordan will appear in the World Cup for the first time in 40 years. Uzbekistan secured its place through the third round, where 18 teams were divided into three groups to compete for qualification.

Jordan earned its World Cup spot by defeating Oman, while Uzbekistan qualified after playing 10 matches, achieving 6 wins and 3 draws. In the group stage, Jordan will face the reigning world champions, Argentina. Curaçao and Cape Verde are also making their World Cup debuts. Curaçao secured qualification with 3 wins and 3 draws in 6 matches. Cape Verde reached the World Cup for the first time after winning 7 and drawing 2 of their 10 matches.