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FIFA releases official rankings for 2026 World Cup participants

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 10:00 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

FIFA releases official rankings for 2026 World Cup participants

Summary

The official FIFA rankings were published ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with 48 countries participating for the first time. Mexico ranks 14th, Canada at 30th, and the United States is 17th. Brazil and Argentina lead the rankings as sixth and first, respectively. The tournament will feature traditional powerhouses alongside first-time participants like Uzbekistan and Cabo Verde. The competition begins later this week, with rankings subject to change throughout the event.

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Key Details

•Mexico ranked 14th, Canada 30th, United States 17th.
•Brazil is ranked 6th and Argentina 1st.
•First-time participants include Uzbekistan, Curacao, Cabo Verde, and Jordan.
•The tournament kicks off later this week.
•FIFA rankings subject to change during the World Cup.

Latest Updates

10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Official FIFA rankings in full ahead of 2026 World Cup including Mexico, Canada and the USA

What they're saying

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The 2026 World Cup is undoubtedly the biggest in history, with countries spread all across the FIFA rankings appearing at this year’s tournament. With 48 countries appearing in the World Cup for the first time, it has never been more diverse in terms of quality and culture.
— Yahoo Sports

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