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2026 FIFA World Cup Draw: Contenders Revealed, Trump Receives FIFA Peace Prize

FRANCE 24 EnglishJanuary 5, 20261 min2,473 views
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2026 FIFA World Cup Draw Details

  • 48 teams will compete in 12 groups across three countries, making it the largest World Cup in its 96-year history.
  • Reigning champions Argentina will start their title defense against Algeria.
  • 2022 runners-up France are drawn into a challenging Group I with Sagal and Norway.
  • Spain will face Saudi Arabia, Uruguay, and debutants Cape Verde.
  • England's campaign begins against Croatia, who eliminated them in the 2018 semi-finals.
  • Six remaining places in the tournament will be decided through playoffs in March.

Donald Trump and FIFA Peace Prize

  • The draw ceremony was notably overshadowed by Donald Trump.
  • Trump was awarded the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize by FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
  • Trump stated that receiving the award was one of the greatest honors of his life.
  • Infantino, described as a close ally of Trump's, indicated the award recognized Trump's efforts in brokering a ceasefire in Gaza.
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