2026 FIFA World Cup draw recap and photos
The FIFA World Cup draw took place Friday at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. Here's a recap and photos from the event.
The FIFA World Cup draw took place Friday at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. Here's a recap and photos from the event.
World Cup 2026: What to know about Group H
Four teams in Group H will compete to advance to the knockout rounds in the FIFA World Cup.
Four teams in Group H will compete to advance to the knockout rounds in the FIFA World Cup.
World Cup 2026: What to know about Group G
Take a closer look at the teams in Group G for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Take a closer look at the teams in Group G for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
World Cup 2026: What to know about Group F
Teams in Group F will play games in Texas, Mexico and Kansas.
Teams in Group F will play games in Texas, Mexico and Kansas.
World Cup 2026: What to know about Group E
Here is who will play in Group E in the 2026 World Cup.
Here is who will play in Group E in the 2026 World Cup.
Which is the ‘group of death’ in the FIFA World Cup 2026?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 draw delivered a number of intriguing matchups, but fans quickly zeroed in on one question: which group is the true group of death?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 draw delivered a number of intriguing matchups, but fans quickly zeroed in on one question: which group is the true group of death?
World Cup 2026: What to know about Group C
Take a closer look at who is in Group C of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Take a closer look at who is in Group C of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Who is the US facing in the World Cup?
The first match for the U.S. will be June 12 in Los Angeles.
The first match for the U.S. will be June 12 in Los Angeles.
Who won the last FIFA World Cup?
The last FIFA World Cup took place in Qatar in 2022, and Argentina claimed the championship in a dramatic, high-scoring final that captivated fans around the world. Led by captain Lionel Messi, Argentina defeated France to secure the nation’s third World Cup title and its first since 1986.
The last FIFA World Cup took place in Qatar in 2022, and Argentina claimed the championship in a dramatic, high-scoring final that captivated fans around the world. Led by captain Lionel Messi, Argentina defeated France to secure the nation’s third World Cup title and its first since 1986.
World Cup 2026: What to know about Group D
Here's who the United States will play in the group stage of the World Cup.
Here's who the United States will play in the group stage of the World Cup.
World Cup 2026: What to know about Group B
See who Canada will play in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.
See who Canada will play in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.
World Cup 2026: What to know about Group A
See who Mexico will play in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.
See who Mexico will play in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.
US President Donald Trump receives inaugural FIFA Peace Prize at World Cup Final Draw
President Donald J. Trump received the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize during the World Cup 2026 Final Draw in Washington, D.C., becoming the first recipient of the new global honor created by FIFA to recognize leadership in advancing peace.
President Donald J. Trump received the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize during the World Cup 2026 Final Draw in Washington, D.C., becoming the first recipient of the new global honor created by FIFA to recognize leadership in advancing peace.
Trump administration lifts Iran's visa ban for World Cup draw
Iran decided not to boycott Friday’s World Cup draw after members of its delegation were granted approvals to take part in the ceremony.
Iran decided not to boycott Friday’s World Cup draw after members of its delegation were granted approvals to take part in the ceremony.
How does the new 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw format work?
For the 2026 FIFA World Cup, things will be a lot different than past tournaments. The number of teams will jump from 32 to 48, altering the competition's format and creating a new set of opportunities and challenges for the world of soccer.
For the 2026 FIFA World Cup, things will be a lot different than past tournaments. The number of teams will jump from 32 to 48, altering the competition's format and creating a new set of opportunities and challenges for the world of soccer.
Who could the United States face in the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage?
When the draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place in Washington, D.C., the United States will finally learn its first opponents — and the possibilities include everything from world champions to tournament newcomers.
When the draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place in Washington, D.C., the United States will finally learn its first opponents — and the possibilities include everything from world champions to tournament newcomers.
FIFA to unveil when, where all 104 World Cup 2026 matches will be played on Saturday
FIFA will unveil the updated match schedule for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in a live global broadcast from Washington, D.C. on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 12 p.m. The reveal comes nearly 24 hours after the Final Draw determines the tournament’s 12 groups of four.
FIFA will unveil the updated match schedule for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in a live global broadcast from Washington, D.C. on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 12 p.m. The reveal comes nearly 24 hours after the Final Draw determines the tournament’s 12 groups of four.
What is the 'draw' for the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
With the announcement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw taking place at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., many have begun to ask the question — "What is a World Cup draw?"
With the announcement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw taking place at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., many have begun to ask the question — "What is a World Cup draw?"
What are the pots for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw on Dec. 5?
FIFA has revealed the official draw pots for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, setting the stage for the Final Draw on Dec. 5 in Washington, D.C., where teams will learn their group-stage opponents for the expanded 48-team tournament.
FIFA has revealed the official draw pots for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, setting the stage for the Final Draw on Dec. 5 in Washington, D.C., where teams will learn their group-stage opponents for the expanded 48-team tournament.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Draw: What time, how to watch & more
The eyes of the soccer world will turn to Washington, D.C. today as the city hosts the official draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event marks a major moment ahead of the largest World Cup in history, which will feature 48 teams playing 104 matches across three countries.
The eyes of the soccer world will turn to Washington, D.C. today as the city hosts the official draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event marks a major moment ahead of the largest World Cup in history, which will feature 48 teams playing 104 matches across three countries.