England is poised to learn their group-stage opponents for the 2026 World Cup during a live draw taking place in Washington D.C. As a top seed, England will be drawn against one team from each of the other three pots. The draw commences at 5 p.m. GMT, with Scotland participating in the World Cup draw for the first time since 1998. Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland will also discover their potential opponents if they successfully navigate the playoff stages.
The 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is scheduled to begin on June 11 and conclude on July 26 with the final at MetLife Stadium. Mexico will host the opening match at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. This expanded 48-team tournament might mark the final appearance for football legends Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The six remaining qualified teams from the UEFA and interconfederation playoffs will be determined in March.