Music, comedy and a whole lot of Trump. And then finally, an actual World Cup draw

In addition to Trump, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney — who drew their countries into predetermined World Cup groups before the rest of the spots in the 12 four-team groups were filled — Friday’s festivities included plenty of big names.

USA at World Cup 2026: Group Stage Matchups, Path to Final, 4th of July Game

The U.S. men's national team take on the best teams from across the globe at next year's World Cup. Here's what to know.

Trump attends pageantry-filled World Cup final draw designed with him in mind

U.S. President Donald Trump will preside over the soccer World Cup draw on Friday in a ceremony filled with pomp, pageantry and lavish performances fit for a showman. The event is being held in Washington at the Kennedy Center,

U.S., Canada, Mexico leaders draw nations at FIFA World Cup event

President Donald Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum drew their nations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

2026 World Cup groups complete, schedule to come Saturday

Soccer fans across the world were glued to America’s capital Friday to discover the groups for next summer’s FIFA World Cup in North America. The draw took place at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.
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