The preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is in full swing, with teams fiercely competing in qualifiers to secure a coveted spot in the expanded 48-team tournament. As we enter the final stages of the qualifiers, the anticipation builds with the expectation of welcoming several debutant teams, including the latest to qualify this past Thursday.
With the increase in participating teams, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is poised to be one of the most impressive in history. Not only due to the sheer number of nations coming together, but also because of the unique multi-nation hosting arrangement, with the United States, Mexico, and Canada sharing the honors.
Among the emerging stories is Uzbekistan’s historical achievement, as the nation clinches its first-ever World Cup berth. This milestone ma