FIFA has published the official procedure for the 2026 World Cup draw and confirmed the venues that will host the event. The announcement sets out how the tournament draw will be conducted ahead of this year’s ceremony.

The 2026 edition of the World Cup will be staged across Canada, Mexico, and the United States, marking the first time the tournament is shared by three host nations. FIFA’s latest update adds clarity to the organizational steps leading into the competition.

According to the governing body, the draw procedure is now finalized, giving teams and fans a clearer picture of the path toward the expanded tournament. The draw will determine the group-stage lineup and shape preparations for national teams across the globe.

FIFA said the draw will take place later this year, while the confirmed venue details help complete another key piece of the build-up to the 2026 tournament.