Iraq and the Democratic Republic of Congo have secured the final two qualification spots for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following successful playoff campaigns. Both nations overcame challenging opponents in their respective confederation playoffs to book their places at the expanded 48-team tournament. Iraq’s qualification marks their return to the World Cup stage, while DR Congo celebrates a historic achievement in reaching football’s premier competition. The playoff victories complete the full roster of qualified teams for the 2026 World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
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