Tom Brady, Wayne Gretzky, Aaron Judge and Shaquille O’Neal to assist Rio Ferdinand for FIFA World Cup 2026 draw

FIFA has stated that the draw will begin at 12:00 Eastern Time (18:00 CET), with broadcast coverage available internationally.

The draw will determine the composition of 12 groups of four teams for the FIFA World Cup 2026, the first edition of the tournament to feature 48 participating nations.

Once the groups have been finalised, FIFA has said it will publish the full match schedule, including venues and kick-off times, at a separate event in Washington D.C. on Saturday, 6 December.