Biggest World Cup draw controversies, from ‘cooling balls’ claim and 1982 farce to Robin Williams mocking Sepp Blatter

Biggest World Cup draw controversies, from ‘cooling balls’ claim and 1982 farce to Robin Williams mocking Sepp Blatter

THE WORLD CUP has had its moments of controversy throughout the years. The 2026 World Cup is upon us and the draw takes place today at 5pm GMT and The Kennedy Center will host the proceedings in Washington. England and Scotland will find out their opponents – while Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of… Creator – [#item_custom_dc:creator]

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