BBC Sport has compiled a list of national teams that have been eliminated from contention for the 2026 World Cup. As of the latest updates, several nations have failed to secure qualification through ongoing qualifying rounds. The report details which countries will not be participating in the tournament. This information is being updated as more matches are played and results become final. The 2026 World Cup will feature an expanded format with more participating teams, increasing the competition for qualification spots. Further details on specific eliminated teams and qualifying pathways are available via BBC Sport’s coverage. The list provides a current snapshot of the tournament field as it takes shape.