The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw results are out. The draw took place at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. Hosts were Heidi Klum and Kevin Hart; performers included Andrea Bocelli and Robbie Williams. FIFA President Gianni Infantino and U.S. President Donald Trump attended. The draw placed 42 qualified teams and six playoff placeholders into 12 groups of four.
OFFICIAL UPDATE (April 1, 2026): The field is set. With the conclusion of the final playoff matches, the “TBD” placeholders have been replaced by the final qualifying nations. The 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico is now officially ready for kickoff.
What Happened During the 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw?
Defending champions Argentina are in Group E with Colombia, Egypt, and a UEFA playoff winner from the 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw. The United States, in Group D, drew Australia, Paraguay, and a CONCACAF playoff winner. Full match schedules with venues and kickoff times will be released December 6, at 12:00 PM ET.
The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, with 104 matches across 16 venues in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The top two teams from each group and the eight best third-place teams advance to the Round of 32. We now have all of the teams assigned to groups that you can checkout below.
The Official 2026 World Cup Groups
| Group | The Four Nations |
| Group A | Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, Czech Republic |
| Group B | Canada, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland |
| Group C | Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland |
| Group D | USA, Paraguay, Australia, Türkiye |
| Group E | Germany, Curaçao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador |
| Group F | Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Tunisia |
| Group G | Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand |
| Group H | Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay |
| Group I | France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway |
| Group J | Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan |
| Group K | Portugal, DR Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia |
| Group L | England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama |
Key Matchups to Watch in the Group Stage
- The Opener (June 11): Mexico vs. South Africa at the Estadio Azteca.
- The USMNT Debut (June 12): USA vs. Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
- The “Curaçao” Miracle (June 14): Germany vs. Curaçao in New York/New Jersey.
- The European Heavyweight (June 17): England vs. Croatia in Toronto.
How Did the 2026 World Cup Draw Work?
Teams were divided into four pots of 12 based on the November 19, 2025 FIFA rankings. Pot 1 included the three hosts (pre-placed in A1, B1, D1) and the nine highest-ranked qualified teams. The draw proceeded pot by pot, filling Groups A through L in order. Rules prevented same-confederation clashes outside Europe and limited each group to a maximum of two UEFA teams.
Printable 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw Table
We have a printable 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw table for you here. All 12 groups are filled out. Once the remaining six teams earn spots, we’ll update the final grid for you. You can also checkout the 2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule and printable knockout state bracket articles that we have posted for you.
Related: Groups Ranked | Printable Bracket with Groups | Blank Knockout PDF | Live Schedule Updates
FAQ: The Finalized 2026 Draw
Which teams won the final playoff spots? The final six teams to secure their spots in late March were the Czech Republic, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Türkiye, Sweden, Iraq, and DR Congo.
How does the Round of 32 work? The top two teams from each of the 12 groups, plus the eight best third-place finishers, will advance to the first-ever Round of 32 knockout stage.
Where is the 2026 World Cup Final? The final will be held on July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
