When the draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place in Washington, D.C., the United States will finally learn its first opponents — and the possibilities include everything from world champions to tournament newcomers.

FIFA said Tuesday the top four teams in the latest men’s rankings will, if they finish top of their respective round-robin groups, avoid each other until the semifinals of the World Cup.

Cristiano Ronaldo was at risk of missing Portugal's opening match of the 2026 World Cup due to a recent red card before FIFA's decision.