Hard to believe, but the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup is closer than ever. Officially, less than a year remains until the 23rd edition of this prestigious tournament kicks off. Strange as it may be, but it was just a few months ago that the United States hosted a revamped and highly successful 2025 Club World Cup, and now the focus has already shifted to the next big thing. That’s what makes the U.S. such a formidable host nation, backed by North American neighbors Canada and Mexico in co-hosting this quadrennial spectacle.

Yet as the stage is set and the countdown begins, the U.S. faces another crucial task before the year is out . As you know, before any World Cup begins, a draw must take place to decide which of the 48 teams will face each other. While details about this

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