The announcement was made by U.S. President Donald J. Trump, alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino, at the White House. The draw marks a major milestone on the road to the expanded 48-team tournament.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Kennedy Center, known as America\u2019s national cultural center and a tribute to President John F. Kennedy, will welcome team officials, ambassadors, media, and fans from the 16 Host Cities. The famed FIFA World Cup Trophy will be on display as qualified nations learn their paths to the final, to be held at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19 2026.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The draw will be broadcast globally. Host nations Mexico, Canada, and the U.S. will be placed in positions A1, B1, and D1 respectively.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Kennedy Center, known as America\u2019s national cultural center and a tribute to President John F. Kennedy, will welcome team officials, ambassadors, media, and fans from the 16 Host Cities. The famed FIFA World Cup Trophy will be on display as qualified nations learn their paths to the final, to be held at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19 2026.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In a first for FIFA, fans from each Host City\u201411 in the U.S., three in Mexico, and two in Canada\u2014will have the chance to attend the draw through a special lottery offering free admission and VIP experiences.<\/p>\r\n\r\n