World Cup 2022 qualifying: the spots in Qatar up for grabs this week

This is a massive week for the countries still hoping to reach the World Cup in Qatar. Fifteen of the 32 spots have been filled already, with 44 teams still competing for the final 17 places – and all but three of them will be settled over the coming days.

Who has qualified? Serbia, Spain, Switzerland, France, Belgium, Denmark, Netherlands, Croatia, England, Germany

Who can still qualify? Portugal, Turkey, Scotland, Poland, Italy, North Macedonia, Ukraine, Sweden, Austria, Wales, Czech Republic

What’s the state of play for Uefa teams? There are 13 spots available at the World Cup for Uefa teams and 10 of them have already gone to the group winners. With just three spots remaining for the 11 sides in the play-offs, at least one heavyweight is going to miss out.

Portugal did not win either of their last two group games – Serbia beat them in their final group game thanks to a last-minute goal from Aleksandar Mitrovic – and they have been consigned to the play-offs. To make matters worse, they have been drawn in the same pathway as Euro 2020 winners Italy – as well as North Macedonia and Turkey – which means that at least one of the last two European champions will not be in Qatar.

Russia’s disqualification means Poland have been given a bye and will play either Sweden or Czech Republic for a place at the World Cup. Meanwhile, Wales or Austria will have to wait a little longer to discover their opponent as Scotland’s game against Ukraine has been postponed with a new date yet to be confirmed.

Who has qualified? Brazil, Argentina

Who can still qualify? Ecuador, Uruguay, Peru, Chile, Colombia

What’s the state of play for Conmebol teams? All 10 teams in South America play in one big group, with the top four qualifying for the