September 9, 2025, delivers critical World Cup qualifying action across multiple confederations, with South American giants clashing, European powerhouses facing must-win scenarios, and African nations battling for precious points. In today’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, Ronaldo and Messi are key highlights for the stadiums.
Another day of the FIFA World Cup 2026 is heating up across continents as nations fiercely compete for qualification.
Eighteen National teams have already qualified for the final round, while the remaining teams are still battling for a spot in the tournament. A few big teams are already part of the competition, but who has the strongest squad in this World Cup?
Here’s your complete guide to today’s fixtures that could reshape qualification paths heading into the final stretch.
2026 FIFA World Cup European Qualification
Matchday 17 Highlights
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Paraguay 0–0 Ecuador
A tactical battle saw both sides claim a crucial point.
Colombia 3–0 Bolivia
The Cafeteros flexed home dominance in Barranquilla, boosting their qualification hopes with a commanding win.Today’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Fixtures, Results, Key Battles (Sept 9)
Argentina 3–0 Venezuela
Lionel Messi’s brace and Lautaro Martínez’s strike sealed a perfect night in Buenos Aires, keeping Argentina unbeaten.
Uruguay 3–0 Peru
Uruguay marched closer to qualification thanks to a dynamic attacking display at Centenario.
Brazil 3–0 Chile
Brazil returned to form, led by Raphinha’s double, keeping their spot among the leaders.
2026 FIFA World Cup UEFA Qualification Key Fixtures Today
- Group D
- Azerbaijan vs Ukraine – Baku
- France vs Iceland – Paris
- Group F
- Armenia vs Republic of Ireland – Yerevan
- Hungary vs Portugal – Budapest
- Group H
- Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Austria – Zenica
- Cyprus vs Romania – Nicosia
- Group I
- Norway vs Moldova – Oslo
- Group K
- Albania vs Latvia – Tirana
- Serbia vs England – Belgrade
All UEFA matches tonight kick off at prime time across the continent, with England, France, and Portugal all in action.
2026 FIFA World Cup Africa Qualification
Today’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Fixtures
- Zimbabwe vs Rwanda – Johannesburg
- South Africa vs Nigeria – Bloemfontein
- Kenya vs Seychelles – Nairobi
- Sierra Leone vs Ethiopia – Monrovia
- Burkina Faso vs Egypt – Ouagadougou
- DR Congo vs Senegal – Kinshasa
- Togo vs SudanTogo vs Sudan – Lomé
Giant showdowns like South Africa vs Nigeria promise top-class action as teams chase CAF group leadership.
CONCACAF (North & Central America) – Final Round
- Results (Tuesday):
- El Salvador 1–2 Suriname
- Panama 1–1 Guatemala
- Fixtures (Wednesday):
- Curaçao vs Bermuda
- Jamaica vs Trinidad & Tobago
- Costa Rica vs Haiti
- Honduras vs Nicaragua
Key Stories & Qualification Update
- Argentina’s winning streak continues, Messi nearing 115 international goals.
- Brazil’s resounding win brightens their campaign.
- England face a tough test in Serbia to defend their perfect start.
Teams Qualified: Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Ecuador, Colombia, Paraguay (CONMEBOL); Japan, Iran, South Korea, Australia, Uzbekistan, Jordan (AFC); Morocco, Tunisia (CAF); New Zealand (OFC); USA, Mexico, Canada (hosts).
