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BREAKING. Full Draw for 2026 World Cup Group Stage Confirmed

The full group stage draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially been completed during a high profile ceremony at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. The event featured appearances by United States President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who jointly revealed the matchups for what will be the largest World Cup in history.

Next year’s tournament will be played across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, marking the first World Cup hosted by three nations and the first to feature an expanded field of 48 teams. The participating countries have been divided into 12 groups of four, setting the stage for an intensely competitive opening round.

As expected, the three host nations were placed at the top of their respective groups. Mexico leads Group A, Canada leads Group B, and the United States leads Group D. With millions of fans preparing to attend matches across North America, the group stage is already drawing global attention.

The Official 2026 World Cup Groups

Group A. Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, Winner Play Off D
Group B. Canada, Winner Play Off A, Qatar, Switzerland
Group C. Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland
Group D. United States, Paraguay, Australia, Winner Play Off C
Group E. Germany, Curaçao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador
Group F. Netherlands, Japan, Winner Play Off B, Tunisia
Group G. Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand
Group H. Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay
Group I. France, Senegal, Winner Play Off 2, Norway
Group J. Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan
Group K. Portugal, Winner Play Off 1, Colombia, Uzbekistan
Group L. England, Croatia, Panama, Ghana

The expanded format means the World Cup will have more matches than ever before, with new competitive dynamics and an increased chance of early upsets. Several groups already stand out, including Group C, where Brazil, Morocco, and Scotland are expected to deliver fierce competition. Group L also promises excitement as England and Croatia prepare to meet again on football’s biggest stage.

Playoff winners will be confirmed in the coming months, which will finalize the last remaining spots in the draw.

With global anticipation building, the 2026 World Cup is set to deliver a tournament unlike any before. From massive stadiums in the United States to passionate crowds in Mexico and Canada, football fans around the world are preparing for a summer of drama, rivalry, and unforgettable moments.

More updates will follow as teams finalize their squads and preparations continue for the biggest sporting event on the planet.

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