2026 World Cup draw as it happened: groups, matches, reaction - ESPN

It's time!

The eyes and fate of several nations will be focused on the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., for the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage draw.

Follow along from all the live updates, key statistics and instant reaction as we discovered how the 48 teams will be placed across the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Twelve groups of four will shape the road toward lifting soccer's biggest prize next summer in North America.

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