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The World Cup draw is nearly here, with England and Scotland eagerly awaiting their group stage destiny. The official draw will unfold on Friday evening in Washington, commencing at 5pm UK time.

A total of 64 teams will participate in the draw, including potential play-off winners, with the composition of 12 groups of four teams to be determined. This number will be reduced to a final 48 following the conclusion of March's play-off round , leaving ample opportunity for other nations to secure their place in the World Cup .

Wales , the Republic of Ireland , and Northern Ireland all still have a shot at qualification if they can navigate through the knock-out stages next spring. Here, Manchester Evening News has all the details on the tournament's match sche

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