The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off with a star-studded draw in Washington, D.C. Friday. The event featured sports icons and President Donald Trump, who received the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off with a star-studded draw in Washington, D.C. Friday. The event featured sports icons and President Donald Trump, who received the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize. WASHINGTON —

The 2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicked off Friday with a star-studded draw in Washington, D.C., revealing the matchups for next year's tournament and featuring appearances by President Donald Trump and several sports legends like Tom Brady, Shaquille O'Neal, and Wayne Gretzky.

The event at the Kennedy Center was more than just about the matchups; FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented P

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