2026 FIFA World Cup Draw: 48 Nations, Three Hosts, Four Pots Revealed

The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw is set for December 5 at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., with 48 nations divided into four pots based on world rankings. The tournament will see Canada, Mexico, and the United States jointly hosting for the first time, with 16 teams competing.
Top-ranked teams like France, England, Germany, Portugal, and others are in Pot 1, while rising stars like Erling Haaland's Norway are in Pot 3. Debutants and returning nations like Jordan, Cape Verde, Haiti, and Ghana add excitement to the diverse lineup.
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