All 46 Teams

The Socceroos reached the Round of 16 in 2006 (lost to Italy 1-0) and again in 2022. Harry Kewell was the star in 2006.

Iran is Asia's most determined qualifier. Team Melli have reached 6 World Cups and are always competitive, beating both Germany's and Portugal's group records.

Iraq's only previous World Cup appearance was in 1986. After decades of turmoil, Iraqi football has rebuilt itself to earn a return to football's biggest stage.

Asia's most consistent World Cup side. Reached the R16 in 2002 as co-hosts, then shocked Germany and Spain in 2022 group stage.

Jordan makes their first-ever World Cup appearance in 2026 — a historic achievement for the Nashama (The Brave Ones). Reached the 2023 Asian Cup final.

Saudi Arabia shocked Argentina 2-1 in the 2022 group stage — one of the biggest upsets in WC history. Saeed Al-Owairan's solo goal in 1994 is iconic.

Made the greatest Asian World Cup run in 2002, as co-hosts, finishing 4th. Their semi-final was their proudest moment.

Uzbekistan make their World Cup debut in 2026 — the former Soviet republic producing some of the most exciting young talent in Central Asian football.