Teams finalize 26-man squads for 2026 World Cup ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 8:16 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Nations participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup were required to submit their final 26-man squads by June 1, with FIFA confirming the rosters on June 2. Changes can only be made until 24 hours before a team's first match due to player injuries or illnesses., Scotland implemented a change after midfielder Billy Gilmour injured himself in a friendly, replacing him with Tyler Fletcher. Other teams like South Korea and Ivory Coast also made adjustments to their squads. Goalkeepers can be replaced at any time during the tournament if they sustain severe injuries.
- •Teams submitted final squads by June 1 for World Cup.
- •FIFA confirmed rosters on June 2.
- •Scotland replaced Billy Gilmour with Tyler Fletcher due to injury.
- •South Korea and Ivory Coast made squad alterations as well.
- •Goalkeepers can be replaced at any time for severe injuries.
- 8:16 AMYahoo Sports — What are the deadlines for World Cup squads?
- 8:12 AMBBC Football — What are the deadlines for World Cup squads?
"BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the deadlines by which teams must name their final squads for the 2026 World Cup
"BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the deadlines by which teams must name their final squads for the 2026 World Cup
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 8:16 AMWhat are the deadlines for World Cup squads?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the deadlines by which teams must name their final squads for the 2026 World Cup
- BBC FootballJun 3, 2026, 8:12 AMWhat are the deadlines for World Cup squads?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the deadlines by which teams must name their final squads for the 2026 World Cup
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