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<p>The countdown is on! In just nine months, the World Cup will make its triumphant return, resuming its traditional slot during the British summer. Next June, the 2026 World Cup will be hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, marking the largest tournament in its history with an unprecedented 48 nations set to compete for the ultimate glory in world football. To date, only eight countries have claimed the World Cup trophy.</p>
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<p>In Qatar four years ago, Argentina captured the trophy for the third time, with Lionel Messi finally achieving the one accolade that had eluded him for so long. With under a year to go before the tournament kicks off once again at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca, 22 nations have already secured their spots. Let’s take a look at who’s heading to the World Cup.</p>
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<p>We start with the three host nations, who automatically qualified without needing to go through the qualification matches: the USA, Canada, and Mexico will showcase the tournament in their own backyards next summer. This September, the South American qualification concluded, affirming Argentina, Ecuador, Colombia, Uruguay, Brazil, and Paraguay's places in the tournament. Bolivia will also have a chance to qualify but must win a playoff match to do so.</p>
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<p>From the Asian qualifiers, Iran, Uzbekistan, Jordan, South Korea, Japan, and Australia have all booked their tickets to North America. In Africa, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria, Ghana, and Cape Verde— the latest nation to qualify—have also secured their places. From Oceania, New Zealand has confirmed its (very long) journey to next summer’s World Cup. Among those listed, Uzbekistan and Jordan will be making their World Cup debuts in North America.</p>
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<p>Club Comparison</p>
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<p>Market Value</p>
<p>€914.50 million</p>
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<p>National Team</p>
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<p>Lionel Scaloni</p>
<p>Managers</p>
<p>Carlo Ancelotti</p>
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<p><span>Complete Club Comparison</span></p>
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