The FIFA World Cup 2026 draw ceremony in Washington D.C. has sparked widespread criticism on social media after being co-hosted by actor-comedian Kevin Hart and model Heidi Klum. 
Many fans took to X to slam the duo for what they described as awkward and &ldquo;cringeworthy&rdquo; moments on stage.
During the draw, co-host nations Mexico, Canada and the USA were placed in Groups A, B and D respectively. 
Defending champions Argentina were drawn into Group J along with Algeria, Austria and Jordan. 
Brazil landed in Group C alongside Morocco, Haiti and Scotland.&nbsp;
Spain were placed in Group H with Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay.
Viewers were quick to react online, with one user calling the hosting &ldquo;a newly discovered level of cringe.&rdquo; 
Another commented on the lack of chemistry between the two hosts, adding humorously that the arrival of Rio Ferdinand was a relief. 
Several similar reactions followed as fans mocked the overall presentation.
The event saw the presence of several high-profile celebrities and football legends. 
Former England defender Rio Ferdinand served as the official draw conductor. 
Former US President Donald Trump was also awarded FIFA&rsquo;s first-ever peace prize during the ceremony.
After receiving the honour, Trump praised cooperation between nations, saying the coordination, friendship and relationships had been outstanding. 
He also described the award as one of the greatest honours of his life and commended FIFA president Gianni Infantino for his leadership. 
Trump further claimed that the United States had undergone a dramatic turnaround in the past year and was now &ldquo;the hottest country anywhere in the world.&rdquo;
Infantino, in his address, described the upcoming tournament as the greatest World Cup ever and the biggest sporting event humanity has seen. 
He highlighted that the tournament will be hosted across three countries, 16 host cities, and feature 48 teams competing in 104 matches. 
He compared the scale of the event to having &ldquo;104 Super Bowls in one month.&rdquo;

Kevin Hart and Heidi Klum hosting FIFA ceremony

Kevin Hart and Heidi Klum trolled for cringey moments at WC 2026 draw

World Cup 2026 Draw Faces Hosting Backlash

Kevin Hart and Heidi Klum trolled for cringey moments at WC 2026 draw

December 6, 2025 | 16:41 IST