Nagelsmann ahead of World Cup draw: "Butterflies in the stomach" - Germany gears up for 2026 FIFA Club World Cup with high-stakes friendlies
Germany’s national football team is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with two key friendlies before the tournament draw. The squad will face Finland on May 31, 2023, in Mainz, followed by a match against the U.S. in Chicago six days later. Meanwhile, anticipation grows for the group-stage draw in Washington, where Germany’s path to the FIFA Club World Cup final will be revealed.
The 2026 FIFA Club World Cup draw takes place in Washington with a high-profile gala. Former U.S. President Donald Trump, Heidi Klum, Robbie Williams, and Nicole Scherzinger will attend the event. Germany, seeded in Pot 1, will avoid other top nations in the group stage but could still face strong teams from lower pots.
The draw will clarify Germany’s group-stage opponents and their potential road to the FIFA Club World Cup final. Nagelsmann’s scouting trip for base camps follows the event, ensuring the team’s logistical readiness. With friendlies against Finland and the U.S. ahead, the squad continues its build-up toward the 2026 FIFA Club World Cup.
