Looking at the prospects of the 48 teams set to compete at biggest global finals

Analysis of all 48 teams at the 2026 World Cup in Mexico, Canada and the US

The first stage of the 2026 World Cup 2026 features 12 groups. We've ranked them and picked the favourites to advance.

How will Asian teams fare at the World Cup and what awaits them in this year's expanded tournament?

Looking at the prospects of the 48 teams set to compete at biggest global finals

For the first time 48 nations will compete across 12 groups at the finals.