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ภาษาไทย World Cup 2026 Draw: Format, Timing, and Key Details Unveiled
Posted on December 05, 2025
The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to take place on December 5, 2025, at 17:00 GMT in Washington, D.C. This event will determine the group stage matchups for the expanded tournament, featuring 48 teams across 12 groups.
The draw will be hosted by supermodel Heidi Klum, comedian Kevin Hart, and actor Danny Ramirez, featuring performances from Andrea Bocelli and Robbie Williams. Notably, former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand will conduct the draw alongside other sports celebrities.
Teams will be seeded into four pots, primarily based on FIFA world rankings, with special considerations for the three host nations—Canada, Mexico, and the USA—who are guaranteed to be in pot one. The presence of these host countries is expected to influence group placements strategically.
FIFA has introduced specific seeding criteria for the top four ranked nations—Spain, Argentina, France, and England—ensuring they are placed in different quadrants of the knockout stage bracket, which is aimed at facilitating more marquee matchups as the tournament progresses.
As the participating teams await the draw, the event promises to be a significant moment in the lead-up to a tournament that is anticipated to be full of excitement and competitive spirit, setting the stage for new rivalries and thrilling encounters on the world stage.
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