FIFA has confirmed all 48 World Cup squads, Iran’s players have been granted U.S. visas, and Brazil has moved to replace injured defender Wesley with Ederson as the tournament nears.
FIFA has confirmed the final squad lists for all 48 teams at the 2026 World Cup, closing one of the last major administrative steps before the tournament begins on June 11.
Recent developments have also centered on Iran and Brazil. U.S. officials said Iran’s World Cup players have been granted visas to enter the United States, although some reports said parts of the delegation were still waiting for clearance. Brazil, meanwhile, has moved to replace injured right back Wesley with Ederson.
Iran visa situation
The latest reporting indicates Iran’s players have been approved to travel to the United States for the tournament. Reuters and AP both reported that U.S. officials said the squad’s players were granted visas.
There has still been some uncertainty around the broader delegation. Reports later said some staff and officials were still awaiting visas, so the situation appears improved but not fully closed.
Brazil makes a change
Brazil has also been forced into a late squad adjustment. FIFA reported that head coach Carlo Ancelotti intends to call up Ederson to replace Wesley after the defender’s injury withdrawal.
That keeps Brazil among the teams still making late pre-tournament personnel changes as squads are finalized.
What comes next
With all 48 squads now confirmed, the remaining pre-kickoff focus is on any late injury replacements, final travel and visa issues, and last-minute squad clarifications before the World Cup starts on June 11.
Revision note
Updated with final squad confirmation, Iran visa clarity, and Brazil’s late injury replacement.