(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) MOSCOW, Dec 1 (KUNA) -- The World Cup 2018 draw has kick-started at the Russian State Kremlin Palace, with President Vladimir Putin attending.
A host of football superstars from around the world are participating in the draw ceremony.
Former England striker Gary Lineker will be commenting on the draw proceedings.
The 32 finalists will be split into eight groups featuring a team from each pot. Only Europe can have two teams in the same group.
Four Arab countries: Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia are joining World Cup 2018 in Russia. (end) as.mt
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