What a day it's going to be in the soccer world. On Friday, it's the 2026 World Cup draw, with all kinds of celebrities, performers, dignitaries and officials getting together in Washington D.C. at the Kennedy Center to see which groups will be playing in the FIFA soccer tournament next year.
We know a few things ahead of the draw, from the pageantry we're about to see to what group the USMNT is in. But there's a lot we're about to find out ahead of the World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. As we all tune into the ceremony, stay with us and follow along with our live updates.
Keep refreshing as we add the results, the best moments and so much more:
The Mexico, Canada and United States groups have been revealed
Robbie Williams performed and did the Cole Palmer celebration
The World Cup trophy makes an appearance
This quote from FIFA president Gianni Infantino is going very viral
Andrea Bocelli delivered a gorgeous Nessun Dorma to start the ceremony
When is the actual World Cup schedule being revealed?
Our Andrew Joseph has the answer for you.
What are the best and worst case scenarios for the USMNT?
Here's the take from Fox's Alexi Lalas:
How does the World Cup draw work with the rules and format?
We have it all spelled out for you. Here's our guide to the draw rules and format
What World Cup group is the United States in?
Great question! We already know that answer: It's Group D. We'll see who joins them shortly.
Some big-name celebrities walked the 2026 World Cup draw red carpet
Who is performing at the 2026 World Cup draw (including The Village People)?
Here's the full list of performers, hosts and celebrities participating.
What channel is the 2026 World Cup draw on?
It's on Fox and streaming on FIFA.com and Fubo.
What time is the 2026 World Cup draw?
It'll be at 12 p.m. ET.
What's the full schedule for the 2026 World Cup draw?
Here you go:
Where can I buy tickets for the 2026 World Cup?
Check out the offerings on StubHub.
Buy World Cup tickets on StubHub
This article originally appeared on For The Win: 2026 World Cup draw live results: Groups, best moments on Friday
Reporting by Charles Curtis, For The Win / For The Win
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