The draw ceremony for the FIFA World Cup at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., divided a record 48 teams into 12 groups of four.
Six World Cup spots won’t be determined until March, when 22 teams will face off in playoffs.
The draw also served as a stage for U.S. President Donald Trump to receive the first-ever FIFA Peace Prize.
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A big finish: ‘Y.M.C.A.’ live
Village People drew a loud round of applause — including from President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump — as the iconic disco group closed out the ceremony with a spirited performance of “Y.M.C.A.,” one of the most recognizable sing-along anthems in global pop culture.
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