How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw: Date, Time, and Broadcasters
The stage is set for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Draw, taking place on December 5, 2025, at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. This event will determine the group stage matchups for the expanded 48-team tournament, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how and where to watch the draw, ensuring you don’t miss a moment of the action.
When is the 2026 World Cup Draw?
The 2026 World Cup Draw will be held on Friday, December 5, 2025, starting at 12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT in the United States. Here’s a breakdown of the start times in other key regions:
- Mexico: 11 a.m. CDMX
- Canada: 12 p.m. Ottawa/Toronto, 9 a.m. Vancouver
- United Kingdom: 5 p.m. London
- Spain: 6 p.m. Madrid
- Argentina: 2 p.m.
- Colombia: 12 p.m. Bogota
Where to Watch the 2026 World Cup Draw
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw will be broadcast across various TV channels and online platforms worldwide. Here’s a country-by-country guide:
United States
Fans in the U.S. Can watch the draw on FOX, Telemundo, Universo, Telemundo App, and Peacock.
Mexico
Mexican viewers can tune in to TUDN, Canal 5, and ViX.
Canada
In Canada, the draw will be broadcast on RDS and TSN1.
United Kingdom
UK fans can watch the event on ITVX.
Spain
Viewers in Spain can stream the draw on RTVE PLAY.
Argentina
Fans in Argentina can watch on DGO and DSPORTS.
Worldwide
For those in countries without dedicated TV coverage, the draw will be available for free on FIFA.com, FIFA+, and the FIFA YouTube channel.
What to Expect at the Draw
The two-hour event will feature musical performances, appearances from sports legends like Tom Brady and Shaquille O’Neal, and, of course, the official draw itself. With 48 teams participating, the tournament will feature 12 groups instead of the traditional eight.