World Cup 2026 draw: Who is hosting, which stars are performing, is Trump attending, how to stream in UK
Full details of the World Cup 2026 draw.
Scotland fans’ very own Christmas Day has arrived, as today Steve Clarke’s side will learn which teams they will face in next summer’s FIFA World Cup, set to take place in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
Their first appearance at the tournament since 1998, a memorable November night at Hampden saw goals from Scotland’s Scott McTominay, Lawrence Shankland, Kieran Tierney, and Kenny McLean beat Denmark 4-2 to top their qualification group, rubber-stamping their place at next summer’s tournament, which gets underway in Mexico City on June 11, 2026.
The Tartan Army have already been scouring SkyScanner for the most effective way to get to the tournament. With Scotland set to discover who they will face in a matter of hours, fans are desperate to learn which nations they will go head-to-head with at the World Cup. They also want to know where the squad will be based as they look to make it a tournament to remember.
Want to know how to watch the draw live in the UK, who will be hosting, where it is taking place, and which music superstars are performing ahead of the event? Here is everything you need to know about the World Cup 2026 draw:
When is the World Cup draw 2026?
The World Cup 2026 draw is set to take place in the United States’ capital of Washington DC. Beginning at 5pm UK time, it will take place at the Kennedy Center on December 5, 2025.
World Cup 2026 hosts - who is hosting the event?
Comedian Kevin Hart, TV host and supermodel Heidi Klum, and actor Danny Ramirez will be co-hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw at the John F. Kennedy Center. The trio will oversee the event, with several other celebrities and sporting icons set to be in attendance.
Who will be conducting the World Cup 2026 draw?
Former England international Rio Ferdinand will be joined by broadcaster Samantha Johnson to conduct the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw. They’ll be joined by a blockbuster list of sporting celebrities, with NFL legend Tom Brady, former NHL star Wayne Gretzky, MLB icon Aaron Judge, and ex-NBA superstar and TV pundit Shaquille O'Neal, who will draw the teams into 12 groups of four.
“To conduct this historic draw is an unbelievable honour,” said Ferdinand. “As a player, I lived for these global stages – now I’m humbled to play a different, special role together with an incredible line-up to reveal the 12 groups of four teams that the whole world is waiting for.”
Who will be performing at the World Cup 2026 draw?
Ahead of the draw itself, a number of special performances are expected from some of the world biggest stars. Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli will perform alongside British pop sensation Robbie Williams, and former Pussycat Dolls frontwoman Nicole Scherzinger.
Will Donald Trump be at the World Cup 2026 draw?
Yes, the American president will be in attendance at the draw. Donald Trump will be giving a speech alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino, while there’s also reports that he may be honoured with a new peace prize from the soccer organization.
How can I watch the World Cup 2026 draw in the UK?
Scotland fans will be able to stream the draw live on FIFA.com, or via FIFA's official YouTube page. BBC Two will also be broadcasting the draw live from Washington DC, meaning you can also stream via the BBC iPlayer app or website (bbc.co.uk/iplayer). This requires a UK TV license and BBC account.
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