The 48 teams competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup have begun naming their 26-player squads for the tournament, which will be held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico this summer. With the competition starting on 11 June, national teams are finalising their rosters ahead of the 2 June deadline.
Group A
Mexico
Coach Javier Aguirre will announce his final squad on 1 June. The preliminary list includes goalkeepers Guillermo Ochoa and Carlos Acevedo, defenders Edson Alvarez and Johan Vasquez, midfielders Luis Chavez and Orbelin Pineda, and forwards Raul Jimenez and Santiago Gimenez.
South Africa
Coach Hugo Broos is set to confirm his squad on 27 May. The preliminary group features goalkeeper Ronwen Williams, defender Khuliso Mudau, midfielder Teboho Mokoena, and forwards Lyle Foster and Evidence Makgopa.
South Korea
Former Tottenham star Son Heung-min, now at Los Angeles FC, will captain the side at his fourth World Cup. The squad includes five UK-based players: Wolves forward Hwang Hee-chan, Stoke midfielder Bae Jun-ho, Birmingham's Paik Seung-ho, Swansea's Eom Ji-sung, and Celtic's Yang Hyun-jun. German-born defender Jens Castrop of Borussia Monchengladbach becomes the first dual-heritage player in a South Korea World Cup squad.
Czech Republic
Coach Miroslav Koubek will announce his final squad on 31 May. The preliminary squad includes goalkeeper Matej Kovar, defender Ladislav Krejci (Wolves), midfielder Tomas Soucek (West Ham), and forward Patrik Schick (Bayer Leverkusen).
Group B
Canada
Coach Jesse Marsch will name his squad on 29 May.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia, who qualified via the playoffs, became the first side to announce their squad on 11 May. The 26-man group includes 40-year-old Edin Dzeko, who is set to become only the second outfield player in his 40s to appear at a World Cup after Roger Milla. Hull midfielder Amir Hadziahmetovic is the only English-based player.
Qatar
Coach Julen Lopetegui has named a preliminary squad featuring forwards Almoez Ali and Akram Afif, as well as defender Boualem Khoukhi.
Switzerland
Coach Murat Yakin has selected an experienced squad led by Granit Xhaka, heading to his fourth World Cup. Real Betis full-back Ricardo Rodriguez also makes his fourth appearance. Premier League representatives include Nottingham Forest's Dan Ndoye, Leeds forward Noah Okafor, and Burnley attacker Zeki Amdouni.
Group C
Brazil
Coach Carlo Ancelotti has included Neymar after injury, with the all-time leading scorer hoping to make his first appearance since 2023. Chelsea pair Joao Pedro and Andrey Santos were surprise omissions. The squad features Premier League stars Alisson, Gabriel Magalhaes, Bruno Guimaraes, Casemiro, Gabriel Martinelli, Igor Thiago, Matheus Cunha, and Rayan.
Morocco
Captain Achraf Hakimi is included despite an injury sustained in the Champions League semi-final. Ex-Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech misses out. Premier League players include defenders Noussair Mazraoui (Man United), Issa Diop (Fulham), Chadi Riad (Crystal Palace), and Sunderland winger Chemsdine Talbi.
Haiti
Coach Sebastien Migne has included Premier League stars Wilson Isidor (Sunderland) and Jean-Ricner Bellegarde (Wolves). All-time top scorer Duckens Nazon, formerly of Coventry and Oldham, also makes the squad.
Scotland
Coach Steve Clarke has recalled Southampton striker Ross Stewart for the first time since 2022. Craig Gordon, aged 43, is among the goalkeeping options. Teenage winger Findlay Curtis earns a call-up, but Udinese midfielder Lennon Miller misses out.
Group D
USA
Coach Mauricio Pochettino has selected a settled squad including Fulham's Antonee Robinson and Bournemouth's Tyler Adams. Gio Reyna is included despite an injury-hit season, while Alejandro Zendejas forces his way in as a wide forward. Diego Luna, Tanner Tessmann, and Aidan Morris are overlooked.
Paraguay
Coach Gustavo Alfaro has named a preliminary squad featuring Miguel Almiron, Julio Enciso, and Diego Gomez (Brighton).
Australia
Coach Tony Popovic will announce his squad on 1 June.
Turkey
Coach Vincenzo Montella's preliminary squad includes Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir, Brighton's Ferdi Kadioglu, and Real Madrid youngster Arda Guler.
Group E
Germany
Coach Julian Nagelsmann has recalled 40-year-old Manuel Neuer from retirement, who will be the number one goalkeeper. Bayern Munich's Serge Gnabry misses out through injury. Five Premier League players are included: Arsenal's Kai Havertz, Brighton's Pascal Gross, Liverpool's Florian Wirtz, and Newcastle duo Malick Thiaw and Nick Woltemade.
Curacao
The smallest nation to qualify for the World Cup, Curacao, has the oldest coach in tournament history, 78-year-old Dick Advocaat. Four English-based players are selected: Middlesbrough's Sontje Hansen, Sheffield United's Tahith Chong, Rotherham's Ar'Jany Martha, and Shurandy Sambo (on loan from Burnley). Ex-Aston Villa man Leandro Bacuna and his brother Juninho Bacuna also make the cut.
Ivory Coast
Coach Emerse Fae has included Inter Milan's Ange-Yoan Bonny after his nationality switch was approved. Former Arsenal forward Nicolas Pepe returns, but Wilfried Zaha and Sebastien Haller are omitted.
Ecuador
Coach Sebastian Beccacece will announce his squad on 1 June.
Group F
Netherlands
Coach Ronald Koeman has included Memphis Depay and Jurrien Timber despite injury doubts. West Ham's Crysencio Summerville could make his debut, but Liverpool's Jeremie Frimpong and Inter Milan's Stefan de Vrij are left out. Sunderland goalkeeper Robin Roefs is uncapped.
Japan
Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma misses out due to a hamstring injury, while Takumi Minamino is sidelined with a knee issue. Former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is included despite his own injury problems.
Sweden
Coach Graham Potter has named a squad led by Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres and Liverpool's Alexander Isak. Tottenham's Dejan Kulusevski is omitted as expected after a year out with a knee injury.
Tunisia
Coach Sabri Lamouchi has left out experienced midfielder Ferjani Sassi and defender Yassine Meriah. Paris Saint-Germain forward Khalil Ayari makes the squad.
Group G
Belgium
Coach Rudi Garcia has gambled on Romelu Lukaku's fitness, with the striker having played just an hour of competitive football this season. Kevin De Bruyne, Axel Witsel, and Thibaut Courtois are set for their fourth tournament. Matias Fernandez-Pardo, who previously switched allegiance to Spain, is included.
Egypt
Mohamed Salah captains the side, with Manchester City's Omar Marmoush the only other English-based player. Uncovened 18-year-old Hamza Abdelkarim (Barcelona Under-19s) is included, but Nantes forward Mostafa Mohamed is left out. Coach Hossam Hassan will remove one goalkeeper before the deadline.
Iran
Coach Amir Ghalenoei will announce his squad on 1 June.
New Zealand
Coach Darren Bazeley has included 36-year-old Tommy Smith, who plays for National League side Braintree Town, for the first time since 2024. Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood captains the side.
Group H
Spain
Coach Luis de la Fuente has surprisingly omitted all Real Madrid players, including Dean Huijsen. Barcelona's Pau Cubarsi and Aymeric Laporte are the centre-backs. Lamine Yamal has recovered from a torn hamstring. Gavi returns after a strong finish to the season.
Cape Verde
Dublin-born Shamrock Rovers centre-back Roberto Lopes, who received his first call-up via LinkedIn, is part of the squad for their first World Cup. Coach Bubista has gambled on Logan Costa's fitness after an ACL injury.
Saudi Arabia
Coach Georgios Donis will lead the team.
Uruguay
Coach Marcelo Bielsa will announce his squad.
Group I
France
Coach Didier Deschamps has rewarded Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser with a spot as third-choice. Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta edges out Randal Kolo Muani for a forward place. Key players include Kylian Mbappe, William Saliba, and Aurelien Tchouameni.
Senegal
Coach Pape Thiaw has named a provisional squad including Sadio Mane, Nicolas Jackson, and Iliman Ndiaye. Bayern Munich's 18-year-old midfielder Bara Ndiaye is called up.
Iraq
Coach Graham Arnold will announce his squad on 1 June.
Norway
Coach Stale Solbakken has selected Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard. Uncovened Hamburg goalkeeper Sander Tangvik solves a positional issue caused by injury and a rejected nationality switch.
Group J
Argentina
Coach Lionel Scaloni has named a preliminary squad including Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez, and Julian Alvarez. Aston Villa's Emiliano Martinez is the first-choice goalkeeper.
Algeria
Coach Vladimir Petkovic will announce his squad on 31 May.
Austria
Coach Ralf Rangnick has included former England youth international Carney Chukwuemeka after his allegiance switch. David Alaba captains the side. Fourteen of the 26 players play in the Bundesliga.
Jordan
Coach Jamal Sellami will lead the team.
Group K
Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo heads to a sixth World Cup at age 41. Coach Roberto Martinez has included Premier League stars Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Pedro Neto, and Diogo Dalot. One goalkeeper will be removed before the deadline.
DR Congo
Coach Sebastien Desabre has recalled former Chelsea youngster Gael Kakuta. Four Premier League players are included: Axel Tuanzebe (Burnley), Aaron Wan-Bissaka (West Ham), Noah Sadiki (Sunderland), and Yoane Wissa (Newcastle).
Uzbekistan
Coach Fabio Cannavaro has named a preliminary squad including Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov.
Colombia
Coach Nestor Lorenzo has included captain James Rodriguez despite a season disrupted by illness. Bayern Munich winger Luis Diaz is the other key name. Former Arsenal goalkeeper David Ospina makes the squad, but Jhon Duran misses out.
Group L
England
Coach Thomas Tuchel has made bold calls, omitting Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, Morgan Gibbs-White, and Harry Maguire. Ivan Toney, who has spent two seasons in the Saudi Pro League, and Tottenham's Djed Spence are surprise inclusions. Harry Kane captains the side.
Croatia
Luka Modric, aged 40, is set for his fifth World Cup. AC Milan star Modric is only the second outfield player in his 40s to be selected. Forwards Bruno Petkovic and Dion Drena Beljo miss out through injury.
Ghana
Coach Carlos Queiroz has named a provisional 28-man squad without Tottenham's Mohammed Kudus, who suffered a season-ending injury. Antoine Semenyo and Inaki Williams are expected to lead the attack alongside captain Jordan Ayew.
Panama
Coach Thomas Christiansen has included midfielder Adalberto Carrasquilla despite an injury scare. Anibal Godoy captains the side with over 150 caps. Norwich City defender Jose Cordoba is the only English-based player.
