As of Thursday, June 25, 2026, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is shaping up with clear contenders and those already eliminated from the historic 48-team tournament. Only 32 teams will advance to the Round of 16, meaning 16 national squads will end their journey in the group stage.

So far, seven teams have been mathematically eliminated. Haiti was the first to bow out after a 1-0 loss to Scotland in their opening match, followed by a 3-0 defeat against Brazil, sealing their fate early.

Turkey’s exit was one of the tournament’s surprises. Competing in Group D, the European side lost 2-0 to Australia and then fell 1-0 to Paraguay, ending their hopes before the final group match.

In Group F, Tunisia’s chances vanished after a heavy loss to Japan, marking their second consecutive defeat. Jordan also joined the list after a 2-1 loss to Algeria, leaving them without points after two games.

Panama became the fifth team eliminated following a narrow defeat to Croatia, while Qatar said goodbye after a 3-1 loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Finally, the Czech Republic’s 3-0 loss to Mexico at the iconic Estadio Azteca confirmed their exit before the knockout rounds begin.

Here’s the list of teams eliminated as of June 25, 2026:
– Haiti
– Turkey
– Tunisia
– Jordan
– Panama
– Qatar
– Czech Republic

As the tournament progresses, these early exits highlight the fierce competition and unpredictability of this expanded World Cup format. For fans and migrants alike, the drama on the pitch continues to unite diverse communities worldwide.