World Cup 2026 Draw Unveiled: Trump Bags FIFA's Inaugural Peace Prize in DC Spectacle

Held December 5 at the iconic Kennedy Center, the ceremony featured stars like Tom Brady and Wayne Gretzky pulling teams from pots based on FIFA rankings. Hosts USA, Mexico, and Canada topped their groups (D, A, B), setting up intriguing matchups: Argentina faces Algeria, Brazil meets Morocco, and Mbappé's France draws Haaland's Norway. The expanded 48-team format across North America promises June-July 2026 fireworks with three group games per side.​

Peace Prize Moment

FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented Trump the gold-plated globe trophy and medal, hailing his "extraordinary actions for peace" in Gaza and Ukraine. Trump, who drew the USA's group ball, called it a unifying honor as football's global force.​

Key Highlights

Group Spotlights: France (I), Argentina (J), Brazil (C); playoffs fill Pot 4 spots like DR Congo, Jamaica.​

Prize Focus: New annual award for peace promoters; Trump wears medal onstage amid celeb cheers.​

Event Flair: Hosts Trump, Sheinbaum, Carney draw balls; schedule starts Mexico vs. South Africa.​

Sources: FIFA.com, Al Jazeera, Olympics.com, AP News.