World Cup 2026: Every nation's squad as they are announced
Countries are beginning to announce their 26-man squads for the upcoming World Cup 2026, which will take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This tournament marks a significant expansion, featuring 48 teams, and is set to start on June 11. Notable inclusions and omissions from various national teams have already sparked discussions among fans and analysts alike.
- ▪The World Cup 2026 will feature 48 teams, the largest number in the tournament's history.
- ▪Countries like Belgium and Brazil have announced their squads, including notable players such as Lukaku and Neymar.
- ▪Some teams have made surprising omissions, such as Zaha from the Ivory Coast and Mitoma from Japan.
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World Cup 2026: Every nation's squad as they are announcedImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, There will be 48 teams in this year's World CupPublished11 May 2026Updated 11 minutes agoCountries have started to announce their 26-man squads for June's World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.The tournament is the biggest yet, with 48 teams involved, and starts on 11 June.You can see the squads below as they are announced.Belgium: 'Out of shape' Lukaku in Belgium World Cup squadBosnia-Herzegovina: Dzeko to join list of World Cup 40-year-oldsBrazil: Neymar included in Brazil's 26-man World Cup squadCape Verde: Shamrock's Lopes makes Cape Verde's World Cup squadCroatia: Croatia name Modric, 40, in World Cup squadCuracao: Smallest nation Curacao name debut World Cup squadDR Congo:…
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