⚽ This week at the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., football fans got their first look at the 2026 FIFA World Cup groups! With a record 48 teams, the draw split nations into 12 groups of four, promising more drama and unforgettable moments.
Hosts United States, Canada, and Mexico kicked off the ceremony by pulling the initial balls from the pots. In the opening match on June 11, Mexico will face South Africa at the legendary Azteca Stadium, where two World Cup finals were decided in 1970 and 1986. How epic is that?
Groups to watch 🔍
- Group B: Canada, Switzerland, Qatar, plus potential playoff winner Italy.
- U.S. group: United States, Paraguay, Australia, and a playoff winner.
- Brazil's group: Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland.
- Argentina's group: Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan.
Blockbusters inbound: Group I throws together Kylian Mbappé's France and Erling Haaland's Norway alongside Senegal. Meanwhile, Group L features England vs Croatia – a clash of titans! 🥊
Ghana and Panama face uphill battles if they want to break through to the knockout stages. But hey, miracles happen! 🌟
With the tournament kicking off on June 11, 2026, the road to glory just got a lot more exciting. Which group has you buzzing? Let us know! ⚡
Reference(s):
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