There are novices galore in Pot 4, with Uzbekistan, Jordan and Cabo Verde among the nations making their first-ever World Cup appearance in 2026. Steve McLaren’s Jamaica could returned to the international stage for the first time since 1998 once Concacaf qualifying concludes.

President Donald Trump is announcing “FIFA Pass,” which will allow foreigners with World Cup tickets to get expedited visa appointments.

Panama, Haiti, and the big surprise, Curaçao, have secured their ticket to the upcoming 2026 World Cup. The feat of the Caribbean island is already written in the FIFA history books.🚨 🇨🇼

Curaçao on Tuesday drew to Jamaica, sealing its spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup that was historic on multiple levels.

A spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is on the line on the final day of UEFA qualification, as Austria gets set to host Bosnia and Herzegovina in a potentially winner-take-all clash on Tuesday.

The final World Cup participants won't be determined until March of 2026, following the draw for the World Cup groups. A playoff will take place in North America in March, including one team each from the following regions: AFC, CAF, CONMEBOL, OFC, alongside two from Concacaf to determine the final two places in the World Cup.

What a moment for these Irish fans as Ireland keeps its FIFA World Cup hopes alive 🇮🇪

However, the Belgians’ work is far from done. In order to clinch a spot in the World Cup, they need to have the right result on Tuesday. A win sends Belgium to the World Cup, while a draw sends them through as long as North Macedonia or Wales defeat the other by enough goals. A loss for Belgium makes them subject to losing first place in Group J.