The path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be set on Friday. The tournament's group stage draw, featuring a record 48 teams, will map out the battles ahead for the globe's top football nations, including Nigeria's Super Eagles, as the world anticipates the biggest World Cup in history.
Draw Details: Time, Place, and How to Watch
- Date & Time: Friday, December 5, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time (USA) / 5:00 PM GMT. In Nigeria, this is 6:00 PM WAT.
- Venue: The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., USA.
- How to Watch (Nigerian Audience):
- Global Stream: FIFA's official website and YouTube channel.
- TV Broadcast in Nigeria: The draw is expected to be broadcast on SuperSport, the primary rights holder for major football events in Sub-Saharan Africa. Check the SuperSports channels on DStv and GOtv for live coverage
Tournament Schedule at a Glance
- Opening Match: June 11, 2026, at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City.
- Group Stage: June 11 – June 27, 2026.
- Knockout Stages: Round of 32 begins June 28.
- Final: July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey (New York Area).
