FIFA World Cup Draw to Take Place in Las Vegas 2026, Speculation Surrounds Potential Venue
The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw is set to take place in Las Vegas next year, as confirmed by multiple sources, including Pedro Cedillo, a Mexican soccer executive. However, contrary to initial reports, The Sphere Las Vegas will not be the venue for the event.
According to local reports, The Sphere Las Vegas was initially considered a likely venue for the draw due to its impressive size and capacity. But sources close to The Sphere have confirmed that the draw will not take place there. The exact location for the draw is yet to be announced.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled to start on June 11, will feature 48 teams and will be held in training camps across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The tournament will mark the 23rd edition of the FIFA World Cup.
The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup was further confirmed by Las Vegas Locally, and the news was also revealed in a report by ESPN. Despite the change in venue, the excitement surrounding the event remains high.
The Las Vegas Convention Center, which previously hosted the 1994 World Cup draw, is booked out on the date in question. It is unclear where the draw will take place, but fans and soccer enthusiasts alike are eagerly awaiting the announcement.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup promises to be a historic event, with three host countries and a larger number of teams participating than ever before. Pedro Cedillo, a Mexican soccer executive, believes that December 5 will be the day for the draw.
Stay tuned for more updates on the location and other details of the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw.
In Las Vegas, discussions are underway about hosting the entertainment for the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw, perhaps incorporating casino-and-gambling experiences given the city's renowned entertainment scene. Locally, sports enthusiasts, especially football fans, are anticipating news about whether sportsbooks in Las Vegas may offer odds for the upcoming tournament draw.
