FIFA will introduce a new rule for organizing the 2026 World Cup pathway when Argentina's pot is drawn in the upcoming sortition. The event is set for this Friday in Washington. The organization also explained how and when it will present the tournament schedule, with Argentina as a seeded team.
The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) has announced a new rule to be applied during the group draw for the 2026 World Cup, specifically when the ball for the Argentine national team is drawn. This regulation aims to organize the tournament's pathway more efficiently, as outlined by the organization in its championship planning.
The draw is scheduled for this Friday in Washington, where team positions will be determined. The Albiceleste, current world champions, is listed as one of the seeded teams, granting it a privileged position in the process. Related to this, FIFA has explained the procedure for presenting the official 2026 World Cup schedule, though specific dates are not detailed in initial communications.
Among the highlighted elements, the Spanish national team is mentioned in the context of involved powerhouses, but without additional details on matchups. This update is part of the preparations for the tournament to be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.