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2026 World Cup Draw Set for December 5

8/22/2025

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw is scheduled for December 5 at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
The tournament will include 48 nations and run from June 11 to July 19, 2026, in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
The draw will establish group-stage matchups for qualified teams, marking an important milestone before the World Cup.
President Trump highlighted the Kennedy Center's importance while also commenting on D.C. politics.

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw is scheduled for December 5 at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
The tournament will include 48 nations and run from June 11 to July 19, 2026, in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
The draw will establish group-stage matchups for qualified teams, marking an important milestone before the World Cup.
President Trump highlighted the Kennedy Center's importance while also commenting on D.C. politics.