"Across the 120-minute spectacle, US President Donald Trump won a FIFA Peace Prize, German supermodel Heidi Klum and co-host Kevin Hart navigated a number of awkward exchanges and FIFA President Gianni Infantino called FIFA "the official happiness provided for humanity." Just shy of 90 minutes into the event, the actual business of the day began with North American sports stars Tom Brady, Wayne Gretzky, Shaquille O'Neal and Aaron Judge completing the draw, the football dreams of nations across the world became more tangible."
"Germany were drawn in Group E with Ecuador, 2023 African Cup of Nations winners Cote d'Ivoire and debutants Curacao, who will be Germany's first opponents on June 14 in either Houston or Philadelphia. If Germany win their group, they may face France in the Round of 16. Tom Brady drew Germany into Group E with Curacao, Cote d'Ivoire and EcuadorImage: Jim Watson/AFP/Getty Images"
"the FIFA Peace Prize was explained as an award given to an "individual who has taken extraordinary action for peace." It was "presented on behalf of the billions of people who love the game and want peace" and honored "a dynamic leader who has championed the unifiying power of football on the world stage." Infantino handed Trump the large gold award and put a medal around his neck in recognition of his "exceptional and extraordinary actions" in helping bring peace around the world."
The 2026 World Cup draw combined entertainment and official competition in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The event featured celebrity hosts, sporting legends completing the draw, and notable onstage moments. Germany were placed in Group E alongside Ecuador, Cote d'Ivoire and debutants Curacao, with Germany set to play Curacao on June 14 in either Houston or Philadelphia. If Germany top the group, a Round of 16 meeting with France is possible. The tournament opening match will be Mexico versus South Africa on June 11. The draw ceremony included a contentious presentation of a FIFA Peace Prize to Donald Trump.
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