The FIFA World Cup draw event, held on Friday, turned into a lavish spectacle, drawing significant attention as President Donald Trump became the focal point. Trump was honored with a specially created FIFA peace award, reinforcing his unusual stature in global sports diplomacy.

The event, orchestrated at the Kennedy Center, showcased not just the much-awaited team groupings, but a dazzling array of performances from acclaimed artists like Andrea Bocelli, Robbie Williams, and Lauryn Hill. Comedians and sports legends also graced the stage, turning the ceremony into a full-blown entertainment production.

In a bid to capture worldwide fan engagement, the draw featured innovative elements, including placeholder teams due to the expanded field of 48. This complex setup, alongside restriction

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