For the first time in World Cup history, the four highest-seeded countries will not be able to face each other until the semifinals, assuming all four win their groups. When drawn, Spain (No. 1 seed) and Argentina (2) will be randomly assigned to opposite pathways to the semis, as will France (3) and England (4). According to FIFA, this is to ensure a balanced distribution of teams. - ESPN
Giving Trump a FIFA peace prize while he attempts to bully Ukraine into capitulating pisses me the fuk off. Fuk you FIFA.
I really think they'll give it to Cristiano this time around partially to keep the "GOAT" content alive for another decade at least..
Ironically, while FIFA has rigged the draw to try to keep Spain and Argentina separated until the semis, there is a reasonable chance they meet in the round of 32.