FIFA World Cup 2026 draw results: USMNT in Group D with Paraguay, Australia and UEFA playoff winner

The USA will begin the 2026 World Cup against Paraguay as part of what initially appears to be a favorable draw for the hosts ...
The New York Times

Watching the World Cup draw with the underdogs – ‘Lamine Yamal… he’s not bad!’

Follow live coverage of today’s 2026 World Cup schedule announcement. The World Cup is not just about established global superstars — it is also a chance for those who do not always get to dine at ...
CBSSports.com

2026 World Cup Power Rankings: Draw fallout sees USMNT close to top 10; Spain edge Argentina at the top

On Friday, December 5, the much anticipated FIFA 2026 World Cup draw took place, revealing the paths for the 42 teams that have already secured their place in the tournament, while the other six ...
Covers

2026 World Cup Draw: Instant Reaction, Winners, Losers & Odds Movers

You can call me a square for taking the World Cup favorites to win the tournament six months before a ball is even kicked, but the draw has set up perfectly for them. Topping a very winnable group ...
Newsweek

FIFA World Cup Draw 2026: Looking at the Early Tournament Favorites

Many sports call their victors world champions, but there's nothing in sports like the World Cup's true global nature. And, fittingly for its name, the 2026 edition of the FIFA tournament is bigger ...
Sports Illustrated

2026 World Cup: Canada’s Draw Provides Plenty of Possibility and Concern

Canada learned its path for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday. / Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images The Canadian men’s national team learned its 2026 FIFA World Cup group-stage opponents on Friday, as well as ...