🏆From Brady to Shaq O'Neal: the stars set to attend the World Cup draw | OneFootball

The U.S. capital will become the epicenter of world sports this Friday, December 5, 2025, with the celebration of the Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026™. The event, which will take place at the iconic John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, will feature a star-studded lineup that merges global football with North American sports icons.

Rio Ferdinand to Host the Ceremony

FIFA has announced that England legend and former captain, Rio Ferdinand, will be in charge of conducting the draw, assisted by award-winning international commentator Samantha Johnson. Ferdinand expressed his excitement: "Hosting this historic draw is an incredible honor. I feel privileged to play a different and special role alongside an amazing lineup."

The 'Dream Team' of Assistants

The draw will be unique due to the presence of four giants of American sports as assistants, who will connect football with the local audience:

The lineup will be completed by two-time NFL Super Bowl champion Eli Manning, who will serve as the red carpet host. The ceremony will reveal the group stage matchups for the first-ever 48-team FIFA World Cup™, marking a new era for football.

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