Overview
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will start on 11 June 2026 . Fans around the world are excited. All national teams are preparing their final squads. Each team can take 26 players as per FIFA rules. Some teams have already announced their players. Others will announce soon. This article gives you the complete list of groups and the squads that are confirmed so far.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad Submission Rules
FIFA has set clear rules for squad announcements. Here is what every team must follow:
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Provisional squad: Between 35 and 55 players. It must include at least 4 goalkeepers.
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Deadline for provisional list: 11 May 2026.
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These provisional lists are for FIFA’s internal use. Teams do not have to make them public.
Rules for Final Squads
| Item |
Detail |
| Final squad size |
26 players |
| Final submission deadline |
1 June 2026 |
| Official public announcement |
2 June 2026 |
Players to Watch Out For This World Cup
Many star players will shine in this tournament. Here are some big names:
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Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal)
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Lionel Messi (Argentina)
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Kylian Mbappe (France)
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Lamine Yamal (Spain)
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Harry Kane (England)
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Luka Modric (Croatia)
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Manuel Neuer (Germany)
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Guillermo Ochoa (Mexico)
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Virgil van Dijk (Netherlands)
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Neymar (Brazil)
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Viktor Gyokeres (Sweden)
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Kim Min Jae (South Korea)
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Arda Guler (Turkey)
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Sadio Mane (Senegal)
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Mohamed Salah (Egypt)
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James Rodriguez (Colombia)
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Erling Haaland (Norway)
FIFA World Cup 2026 Groups