The 2026 World Cup finals draw in Washington DC promises to be a complex affair on Friday, December 5. With 48 teams, the process involves intricate ‘Pots, quadrants, confederation constraints’, overseen by a FIFA computer to ensure smooth execution and avoid past technological issues. The ceremony extends beyond the draw, featuring high-profile entertainment and speeches.
The star-studded event, hosted by Heidi Klum, Kevin Hart, and Danny Ramirez, includes musical acts Andrea Bocelli, Robbie Williams, and Nicole Scherzinger. FIFA President Gianni Infantino and US President Donald Trump are set to speak. Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand will conduct the draw alongside sporting greats, concluding with a Village People performance.