These countries are on the brink of World Cup qualification

FIFA World Cup

The race for a place in the 2018 FIFA World Cup gets more intense this weekend as countries look to wrap up their spots to the Mundial.

Already through to the global showpiece are 10 national teams, including record world champion Brazil and host Russia.

With only two games to go in the qualifying series, which sides could book their places this weekend?

We take a look at how things stand in each zone.

Europe

Switzerland and Belgium are the only two nations already through from Europe. But they could be joined by five other sides namely reigning champions Germany, England, Serbia, Poland and Spain. A victory for any of these sides will seal their places to Russia.

Africa

No African country has so far managed to secure their tickets. However, the trio of Nigeria, Egypt and Tunisia could do so should they manage to win at the weekend.

North America

Already through in the Concacaf region is Mexico, with Costa Rica edging closer as well.

Asia

Either Australia or Syria could join Japan, South Korea, Syria and Saudi Arabia with a victory this weekend.

South America

Perennial powerhouse, Argentina, could be kissing goodbye to their world cup dream should they fail to beat Peru. Brazil is the only side from this part of the world confirmed to play in Russia. But the likes of Uruguay and Colombia could follow suit with a victory this weekend.