The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup — the biggest World Cup ever, with 48 teams — is set to unfold tonight. Here’s how fans around the world can tune in and catch the moment live.
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📆 Draw Details
- Date: Friday, 5 December 2025
- Local Time in Washington, DC: 12:00 PM ET (draw begins)
- Pre-show Starts: Approximately 11:30 AM ET
🌍 Where to Watch — Global & India Broadcast / Streaming Options
📺 In Countries with Broadcast Deals
In many countries, the draw will air on traditional sports channels. In several international markets, the draw will be shown on television (where broadcasters hold rights to FIFA events) or via associated streaming services.
For example — in the U.S. — the draw is expected to be available via major sports broadcaster platforms.
🌐 Worldwide Streaming — Including India
For viewers outside those traditional broadcast markets, including India:
- You can watch the draw live on the official FIFA+ app.
- The draw will also stream globally on the official FIFA YouTube channel and on FIFA.com.
These platforms make the draw accessible for free in most countries, giving fans everywhere a chance to watch as groupings are revealed.
✅ What to Expect Tonight
- The draw will decide group placements for all qualified teams plus the three host nations (USA, Canada, Mexico).
- A full match fixture list — with venues and kickoff times — will be released by FIFA in the following days, once all playoff participants are confirmed.
- After the draw, you can follow SportXPlus for full coverage: match schedule announcements, group-by-group breakdowns, team analyses, and more.
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