WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump praised football legend Pele while speaking at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Draw ceremony, recalling his memories of watching the Brazilian star play for the Cosmos.

Trump also humorously highlighted the naming conflict between American football and soccer, suggesting that the National Football League (NFL) consider changing its name.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage was finally mapped out after a glittering Final Draw ceremony in Washington, DC’s John F Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts on Friday. Mexico will take on South Africa in Group A in the opening game of the tournament at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 11. The USA, Mexico and Canada will co-host the tournament.

“It was a long time ago, but I remember watching Pele play

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