The 2026 World Cup will see the return of five nations after long absences: Scotland, Austria, Haiti, Norway, and Iraq. Scotland returns after 28 years, led by stars like Scott McTominay, while Austria, with veterans like David Alaba, aims to make an impact. Haiti, absent since 1974, seeks to create memories against tough competition. Norway, featuring Erling Haaland, and Iraq, returning after 40 years, both hope to defy expectations on the world stage.
