Summary
The World Cup draw is set to take place at the Kennedy Center in Washington, attended by President Donald Trump, other North American leaders, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The event includes American cultural elements associated with Trump, like a performance by The Village People. There is controversy over a new FIFA Peace Prize, which President Trump is expected to receive, raising concerns about FIFA's political neutrality.
Key Facts
- The World Cup draw will happen at the Kennedy Center in Washington, near the White House.
- President Donald Trump and leaders from Mexico and Canada will attend.
- A new FIFA Peace Prize is expected to be awarded to President Trump at the event.
- Critics worry the event undermines FIFA's declared neutrality on political matters.
- The event includes a performance by The Village People, featuring a song linked to Trump.
- President Trump and FIFA's Gianni Infantino have a well-known close relationship.
- Infantino has appeared publicly with Trump on multiple occasions since 2018.
