The coveted FIFA World Cup trophy has touched down in the capital of the United States of America, Washington DC.

The trophy toured key iconic sites of the country’s capital ahead of Friday’s group stages draw.

The legendary John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts will serve as the host centre of the draw.

England and Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has been appointed the conductor to welcome the media for a look at the trophy.

The former World Cup quarter-finalist will share the stage with award-winning broadcaster Samantha Johnson.

Tom Brady, Wayne Gretzky, Aaron Judge, and Shaquille O’Neal, all of different sporting disciplines, are billed to join the event.