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How does the 2026 World Cup draw work? Format, date and more

The stage is almost set for the 2026 World Cup, which begins June 11 and concludes with the final July 19. Here's what to know about the draw.

When is the World Cup draw?

The draw ceremony will be held at noon ET (5 p.m. GMT) at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 5.

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Who has qualified for the World Cup?

So far, 42 of the 48 qualifiers are known. You can check out who's in, and who else is still in the running.