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2026 World Cup draw at Kennedy Center, explained

Why 2026 World Cup Draw is at the Kennedy Center

For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, three nations are preparing to host the tournament and the draw for next summer’s festivities is on the horizon.

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World Cup match schedule to come into focus as draw begins at Kennedy Center

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Live updates for President Trump attending World Cup draw at Kennedy Center

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World Cup Match Schedule to Come Into Focus as Draw Begins at Kennedy Center

The 2026 World Cup draw will begin Friday with a wintry feel as snow fell outside the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts 189 days ahead of an expanded 48-nation tournament.

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World Cup draw: Matchups are set after ceremony featuring a prize for Trump and plenty of fanfare

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FIFA Awards Trump Peace Prize Clearly Created Just For Him

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Donald Trump Awarded with First-Ever FIFA Peace Prize at 2026 World Cup Draw

FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented Trump with the award during Friday's ceremony at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

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Donald Trump awarded inaugural FIFA Peace Prize by Gianni Infantino

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Fifa awards ‘peace prize’ to Donald Trump after Nobel snub

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The latest: 2026 FIFA World Cup groups are set. See what the tournament could bring

The draw ceremony for the FIFA World Cup at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., divided a record 48 teams into 12 groups of four. Six World Cup spots won’t be determined until March, when 22 teams will face off in playoffs.

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The Latest: 2026 FIFA World Cup draw is underway. See how the group picks shake out

The draw ceremony for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. A record 48 teams will take part in the tournament field this summer