Today, as part of the draw for the 2026 World Cup, which took place in New York, the teams that will meet in the group stages were determined. The Ukrainian national team has been placed in a group with leading football countries - "France" and "Germany".
Details of the draw
The draw was conducted under the chairmanship of FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who noted: "This tournament will be special, as we are hosting it for the first time in three countries - the USA, Canada, and Mexico."
A lot has been said about the football traditions of Ukraine during the speeches of players and coaches. The head coach of the Ukrainian national team, Oleksandr Petrakov, expressed hope for his team's successful performance, stating: "We are ready to fight against the best, and this is a huge opportunity for us to showcase our football on the world stage."
Ukraine's group at the 2026 World Cup
- Group A: "France", "Germany", "Saudi Arabia", Ukraine
- Group B: "Brazil", "Italy", "Argentina", another participant
- Group C: "Spain", "Portugal", "Poland", another participant
For Ukraine, this will be a historic moment. Many football fans hope for the team's success in this tough competition. Before the championship, the team plans to prepare in Kyiv and abroad.
Expectations and hopes
Experts are confident that despite the strong opponents, Ukraine will be able to surprise the world with its style of play. "We are ready to fight and show everyone that Ukrainian football is on the right path to success," emphasized Petrakov.
Football fans are already predicting the results of the matches. For instance, some are talking about a possible victory over "Germany" thanks to their high physical fitness and teamwork. Others believe that facing "France" will not be easy.
We eagerly await the start of the 2026 World Cup!
