Donald Trump attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw with Village People performing on stage.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw is gearing up to be one of the most dramatic pre-tournament ceremonies ever — even before a single ball is kicked. And if you think you’ve seen chaos in football, wait until you mix the President of the United States, the Village People, global football stars, and a full-world spotlight at the Kennedy Center.
Set in Washington, this year’s draw promises music, politics, spectacle, and a dash of unpredictability. And leading the script? None other than Donald Trump himself.
In an unexpected twist, the iconic disco group Village People will perform their evergreen hit “YMCA” live — right in front of the president who turned the song into a rally anthem.
Trump has danced to the track countless times at his political events, but not everyone from the original lineup is thrilled.
Former member Jim Newman made it clear: the classic group he belonged to “would never, ever perform at a Trump rally.” Still, the show must go on, and the crowd at the Kennedy Center will be watching every second of this unusual reunion.
The guest list reads like a global entertainment festival.
The White House confirmed Trump will attend the ceremony alongside top-tier performers including:
Robbie Williams
Andrea Bocelli
Nicole Scherzinger
Hosting duties will be handled by Kevin Hart, Heidi Klum, and Danny Ramirez, ensuring the night stays lively, humorous, and unpredictable.
FIFA will also unveil its new “Peace Prize” before the group pairings for the 48-team tournament are announced — another first for a World Cup ceremony.
Trump’s involvement in football events has been anything but ordinary.
From lingering awkwardly on stage during Chelsea’s Club World Cup trophy lift, to baffling Juventus players with a question about women joining the men’s team, to posting an AI-generated video of himself and Cristiano Ronaldo playing football — the president has become a global sideshow of sporting unpredictability.
Now, that same unpredictability is heading straight into the 2026 World Cup draw.
This year’s ceremony blends entertainment with anticipation.
Between the “YMCA” performance, Hollywood-level hosting, Trump’s unpredictable moments, and the long-awaited group draw, the world will be glued to their screens.
As the global football community shifts its focus to 2026, one thing is guaranteed: this World Cup draw will be talked about for years.
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