Arab Teams’ Groups Revealed in 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw

The final draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has placed Arab national teams into their respective groups for the tournament. A record six Arab teams will compete in the World Cup, the largest Arab presence in history, with Iraq still in contention through the intercontinental play-offs, potentially raising the total to seven. A total of 42 teams have been confirmed, while six remaining spots will be filled through European and intercontinental play-offs to complete the 48 nations in the finals.

The draw ceremony took place at the historic John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., attended by U.S. President Donald Trump. The 2026 World Cup will be hosted jointly by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the first tournament to feature 48 teams, including seven Arab nations. According to the draw, Qatar is in Group B with Canada, Switzerland, and a European play-off qualifier. Morocco joins Group C with Brazil, Haiti, and Scotland. Tunisia will compete in Group F against the Netherlands, Japan, and a European play-off team, while Egypt is in Group G with Belgium, Iran, and New Zealand.

Saudi Arabia is placed in Group H alongside Spain, Uruguay, and Cabo Verde. Group J features two Arab teams, Algeria and Jordan, with Argentina and Austria. Six spots remain undecided and will be completed in March 2026. Four teams will advance from European play-offs, while six teams, including Iraq, will compete in intercontinental play-offs for the final two places. These include Bolivia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Jamaica, New Caledonia, and Suriname. The 2026 World Cup promises to be historic for Arab football, with multiple teams competing at the highest international stage.