2026 World Cup: FIFA reveals seeding pots ahead of draws [Full List]

FIFA has released the final seedings for the 2026 World Cup ahead of the tournament draw scheduled for December 5, confirming how the top teams will be separated on the bracket.The four highest-ranked nations — Spain (1), Argentina (2), France (3), and England (4) — will remain apart until the semi-finals if they top their groups.
This protection means Spain and Argentina cannot face each other until the final, while France and England would also only meet at that stage.FIFA will us