The upcoming FIFA World Cup is set to be the largest edition in the tournament’s history, featuring an expanded 48-team group stage. The official draw took place at the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, where the groups were revealed in a grand ceremony. While most teams have already secured their places, six spots remain undecided.
Four European nations will qualify through the playoff route, while two more teams will enter via the intercontinental play-offs.
As one official remarked during the ceremony, “This World Cup will reshape global football like never before.”
FIFA Complete Breakdown of All 12 Groups
The tournament—co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada—will feature 12 groups. Here’s a clear look at the teams currently placed in each group:
Group A: Mexico, South Africa, the Republic, Denmark/North Macedonia/the Czech Republic/Republic of Ireland
Group B: Canada, Northern Ireland/Italy/Wales/Bosnia, Qatar, Switzerland
Group C: Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland
Group D: United States, Paraguay, Australia, Turkey/Romania/Slovakia/Kosovo
Group E: Germany, Curacao, Ecuador, Ivory Coast
Group F: Netherlands, Japan, Ukraine/Sweden/Poland/Albania, Tunisia
Group G: Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand
Group H: Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay
Group I: France, Senegal, Iraq/Bolivia/Suriname, Norway
Group J: Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan
Group K: Portugal, Congo/Jamaica/New Caledonia, Uzbekistan, Colombia
Group L: England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama
A FIFA spokesperson highlighted the significance of the expanded lineup, stating,
“With more nations represented, this World Cup brings football closer to every corner of the world.”
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