The European World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, commonly known as UEFA World Cup qualifying, is the UEFA-organized competition determining which European national teams will earn a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Held from 4 September to 18 November 2025, it features 55 teams competing in home-and-away group fixtures across Europe. Teams vie for direct qualification spots and additional play-off positions to secure berths at the expanded World Cup finals in North America.