As the 2026 World Cup approaches, countries have started announcing their squads. Before the tournament, each of the 48 teams must submit their squads consisting of 23 to 26 players to FIFA by June 2. It is mandatory to have three goalkeepers in these squads, and in case of serious injuries, player changes can be made up to 24 hours before the first match.
Scotland announced its squad last week. England's head coach Thomas Tuchel will announce the squad on May 22. Brazil draws attention with strong names, featuring Alisson from Liverpool and Ederson from Fenerbahçe in goal. In midfield and attack, stars like Casemiro from Manchester United and Vinicius Jr. from Real Madrid are included.
The North American region, including the USA, Canada, and Mexico, will announce their squads in the coming days. USA's head coach Mauricio Pochettino will share the squad on May 26. Mexico included names like Edson Álvarez from Fenerbahçe in their preliminary squad.
Countries like Czechia, Qatar, and South Korea have also started announcing their squads. Qatar's head coach Julen Lopetegui revealed the preliminary squad. In South Korea, the squad featuring star player Son Heung-min draws attention.
As the tournament excitement grows, teams are expected to finalize their final squads by June 2. Injuries and performances will be taken into account during this process. The 2026 World Cup promises new surprises and thrills for football fans.