There are novices galore in Pot 4, with Uzbekistan, Jordan and Cabo Verde among the nations making their first-ever World Cup appearance in 2026. Steve McLaren’s Jamaica could return to the international stage for the first time since 1998 if they advance through the inter-confederation playoffs.

World Cup venuesWhy is that such a big deal? Well, the higher pot you're placed in the easier draw you get. In theory. Below is a look at which teams already know which pot they will be in for the draw,

The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw is just over a fortnight away and the pots have been decided ahead of December 5th.Though the final lineup for the tournament will not be confirmed until after March’s

The fate of 48 national teams will be revealed at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 5 as the official 2026 World Cup draw takes place at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. This landmark event will chart the journey toward the biggest tournament in football history, hosted next summer across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Explaining the 2026 World Cup draw, including how the seedings and pots work and which teams have already qualified.

The World Cup kicks off on June 11, 2026 with Mexico hosting the opener at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The draw for next summer's World Cup will be held on Dec. 5, 2025. The 2026 World Cup draw will take place at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.

The 2026 World Cup is getting closer and while the draw for the upcoming summer tournament will take place on Dec. 5 in Washington D.C., there are still some spots in the tournament up for grabs. The most important soccer competition in the world,

Chelsea draw with Barcelona in a pulsating encounter at Stamford Bridge as both sides maintain their unbeaten records in the Champions League.