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NJBIZ- FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Draw Puts Spotlight on NJ

Posted: December 5, 2025

Photo credit: PROVIDED BY FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 NYNJ HOST COMMITTEE

Beginning at noon, FIFA hosts the World Cup 2026 Final Draw.

The event will reveal the full (first-ever) 48-team field; 42 of the spots are filled and six more will be announced.

Additionally, we will learn which of the 12 groups each nation will play in for next summer’s tournament, the world’s largest sporting event.

It also sets the stage for the full schedule release on December 6th.

The basics:

FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Draw to unveil full 48-team field and group placements

Gov. Phil Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy represent New Jersey at the event

MetLife Stadium set to host eight matches, including the July 19, 2026, Final

Celebrities & athletes join FIFA leaders for the global broadcast from DC

For full article visit: FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Draw puts spotlight on NJ host role – NJBIZ