2026 World Cup Qualifying: South American Standings Update
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Current Qualification Picture
As of September 9, 2024, the South American qualifying campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is well underway. The competition, which began in 2023, will determine which national teams from CONMEBOL will secure direct qualification or a playoff spot for the expanded 48-team tournament.
The current standings reflect results through the sixth round of matches, played on September 5th and 6th, 2024. Brazil currently leads the table with 15 points, followed closely by Argentina with 12 points.
Detailed Standings (as of September 9, 2024)
| Position | Team | Points | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | Goal difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 15 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 10 |
| 2 | Argentina | 12 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 3 | Colombia | 12 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 4 | Ecuador | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 5 | Uruguay | 9 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 6 | Chile | 8 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 7 | Peru | 8 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | -2 |
| 8 | Venezuela | 4 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | -6 |
| 9 | bolivia | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | -10 |
| 10 | Paraguay | 3 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | -5 |
Qualification Rules and Remaining Matches
The top six teams in the final standings will automatically qualify for the 2026 World Cup.The seventh-placed team will enter an inter-confederation playoff for a potential spot. The qualifying process consists of 18 matchdays, with matches played throughout 2023 and 2024.
The next round of matches is scheduled for october 2024, and will be crucial as teams vie for position. Fans can follow the progress of their national teams and stay updated on the standings as the competition progresses.