FIFA World Cup groups after the draw (Picture credit: AFP)
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News1806-12-2025, 01:22

2026 World Cup Draw: Favorable for Big Teams, Trump Steals Show

  • Argentina, Spain, and England received favorable draws for the 2026 World Cup.
  • US President Donald Trump was awarded FIFA's new peace prize during the draw ceremony.
  • The 2026 World Cup will be the first 48-team tournament, hosted by the US, Mexico, and Canada from June 11 to July 19.
  • Argentina will face Algeria, Austria, and Jordan; Spain will play Cape Verde, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia; England is grouped with Croatia, Ghana, and Panama.
  • Two-time winners France face a tougher Group I against Senegal and Norway.

Why It Matters: 2026 World Cup draw begins countdown for expanded tournament, marked by Trump's award.

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