FIFA World Cup draw to be announced as trophy arrives in Washington
The FIFA World Cup 2026 draw takes place Friday in Washington, DC, where the trophy has been on display.
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The FIFA World Cup 2026 draw takes place Friday in Washington, DC, where the trophy has been on display.
![The FIFA World Cup trophy is pictured in front of the Capitol in Washington, DC, US on Dec. 3, 2025 ahead of this week's official drawing. [AFP]](/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/image-1764879154.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)

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