ESPN ranks all 48 teams competing in the 2026 World Cup, blending Elo ratings with squad values. Qatar sits at the bottom with the 93rd-best Elo rating, despite being the host nation. Curacao shows surprising momentum, jumping 38 spots in Elo over the past year. Jordan boasts the league's least valuable squad (€15.98 million), yet their 3-0 win over South Korea highlights their overachievement.

Iran's potential group-stage clash with the USMNT adds intrigue, while Canada's Alphonso Davies' hamstring injury recovery timeline is critical for their campaign. The rankings underscore the tournament's depth and unpredictability.