BBC's Jonathan Pearce didn't hold back during the 2026 World Cup draw as FIFA president Gianni Infantino posed for a selfie with Donald Trump and other world leaders

The World Cup 2026 draw in Washington D. C on Friday was a spectacle to behold. Even before the first ball was drawn, those in attendance and viewers at home were treated to over an hour of entertainment.

From Andrea Bocelli's breathtaking opening performance to Gianni Infantino's crowd-rousing antics with chants and humour. Despite some social media backlash, the event proceeded smoothly. The draw itself was favourable for England ; the team, considered one of the tournament favourites, will be aiming to top a group that includes Croatia, Ghana, and Panama.

But it wasn't all about football. Some moments were rather i

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