WASHINGTON — The FIFA World Cup draw Friday will be viewed by millions around the globe, but the high-profile event appears to be tailored to one key player: President Donald Trump.

The celebrity-packed ceremony will determine which national teams are sorted into various groups for the 2026 men’s tournament , resulting in a schedule for most of the 48 countries that will participate. The final slots will be decided by playoff games in the spring.

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The U.S., Mexico and Canada are making history as the first group of three nations to host the World Cup together. While the leaders of each host nation will attend, Friday’s draw will have some distinct Trump rally hallmarks.

Andrea Bocelli, one of Trump’s favorite performers, is set to perform, and the Villag

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