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Washington D.C. – The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicks into high gear today with the highly anticipated draw for the 48-team tournament taking place in washington D.C. [[2]]. But as the soccer world turns its attention to the future of the beautiful game on American soil,a familiar,and perhaps controversial,figure is set to dominate the headlines: former President Donald Trump.
Sources close to the planning indicate that Trump is not only expected to be a prominent presence at the draw but will also be honored with FIFA’s inaugural Peace Prize. [[3]] This move has already sparked considerable discussion, with speculation rife about the former President’s potential win, fueled by his reported close relationship with FIFA leadership.