World Cup 2026 squad deadlines: Key dates, team lists, final announcements
Key takeaways
- From squad submission deadlines to player replacements, Al Jazeera breaks down the key information for the tournament.
- Whether it’s supporters of national teams or neutral football enthusiasts, they will be eager to find out which of their favourite players, the biggest international stars or surprise additions will make the final cut.
- The expanded 48-team tournament is being cohosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, who open the tournament against South Africa at Estadio Azteca on June 11.
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From squad submission deadlines to player replacements, Al Jazeera breaks down the key information for the tournament.
xwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogle Add Al Jazeera on Googleinfo Argentina's Lionel Messi, centre, is likely to make his now at the FIFA World Cup 2026 [File: Agustin Marcarian/Reuters]By Anushe Engineer Published On 8 May 20268 May 2026With less than five weeks to go until the FIFA World Cup kicks off in North America, football fans are counting down the days to the announcement of squads for the 48 participating nations.
Whether it’s supporters of national teams or neutral football enthusiasts, they will be eager to find out which of their favourite players, the biggest international stars or surprise additions will make the final cut.