Get ready Philadelphia, the World Cup is one step closer to coming to the City of Brotherly Love.

The final draw for the 2026 World Cup is set for Friday, Dec. 5 in Washington, D.C., setting the groups and matchups for next summer's tournament being played in North America.

Teams will be drawn into 12 groups of four, with co-hosts Mexico, Canada and the United States already assigned their places in advance. The event being held at the Kennedy Center will be a star-studded affair with Tom Brady, Shaquille O'Neal, Wayne Gretzky and Aaron Judge set to assist in the draw.

President Donald Trump will be in attendance, FIFA will hand out its brand new "peace prize" and the Village People are scheduled to perform "Y.M.C.A."

Here's what to know for Friday's draw: Need a news b

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