The seeding for the 2026 World Cup will change the rules: why it benefits England.

Change in the World Cup draw format

According to The Sun: FIFA has introduced a new system for the World Cup final draw that resembles the methodology used at Wimbledon. This decision could be a significant advantage for England's team, as Thomas Tuchel's squad aims to end the '60 years of hurt' in this prestigious tournament, which will take place next summer in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.

World football leaders have decided to reward the four top teams according to the current world ranking, dividing them into different pots.

The change in the draw format could significantly affect the distribution of teams in the groups, increasing the chances of stronger teams landing in easier groups. This decision also reflects FIFA's desire to implement new ideas for the development of world football, prompting teams to be even more competitive on the international stage. We eagerly await the draw results and the tournament itself, as the competitions promise to be exciting and unpredictable.