2026 World Cup: The full ranking revealed by Alexi Lalas

World Cup 2026 23 April 2026 at 10:31

Imed Ben Amara

News Editor

Former US international Alexi Lalas has revealed his predictions for the final standings of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The 23rd edition of the tournament will take place in North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico) from June 11 to July 19, 2026, featuring 48 national teams.

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In his analysis published on Fox Sports, the former Padova defender predicted a French triumph in the tournament, with Spain and England rounding out the podium.

Check out the full 2026 World Cup ranking according to Alexi Lalas.

1- France

2- Spain

3- England

4- Colombia

5- Argentina

6- Portugal

7- Brazil

8- Netherlands

9- Germany

10- Croatia

11- Belgium

12- United States

13- Morocco

14- Mexico

15- Uruguay

16- Norway

17- Ecuador

18- Japan

19- Switzerland

20- South Korea

21- Turkey

22- Canada

23- Senegal

24- Austria

25- Sweden

26- Paraguay

27- Scotland

28- Ghana

29- Czechia

30- Iran

31- Saudi Arabia

32- Bosnia and Herzegovina

33- Algeria

34- Egypt

35- Ivory Coast

36- Australia

37- Jordan

38- Tunisia

39- DR Congo

40- Uzbekistan

41- Qatar

42- Iraq

43- New Zealand

44- Cape Verde

45- South Africa

46- Panama

47- Curaçao

48- Haiti

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