It's almost time, the stage is set, and the FIFA World Cup draw is nearly here as on December 5 at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., every team will find out their group. Last week, FIFA released the final pots for the 48 teams taking part in the World Cup.

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Forty-two nations have already punched their tickets to the tournament across the United States, Mexico and Canada, and they'll learn their group-stage paths on Dec. 5 when FIFA holds the official draw. The final six spots will be decided in March through UEFA and interconfederation playoffs, completing the expanded 48-team field.

The Trump administration has instructed U.S. embassies and consulates around the world to prioritize visa applications from foreigners wishing to visit the United States to either invest in America or attend the 2026 World Cup,

Trump has said he wants to impose steep fees on visas and casts the restrictions as part of a broader attempt to protect workers.

FIFA issued a statement on Thursday night which said that the Iranian football federation had reversed its plans to boycott the FIFA World Cup draw, with the world football governing body saying the nation has sent a delegation to the United States to attend the event.

The 2026 World Cup draw Friday will determine Argentina's path to a potential repeat title and challenges ahead for the hosting Americans.

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