Lineker to conduct 2018 World Cup draw
Gary Lineker will conduct the World Cup draw in Moscow next month, FIFA has announced.
Former England striker Lineker, the top scorer in the 1986 tournament, will be joined by Russian sports journalist Maria Komandnaya.
In addition, eight draw assistants, including former Russia player Nikita Simonyan, will be part of the event.
Lineker told FIFA: "As a player, I was fortunate enough to take part in the World Cup finals on two occasions.
Former England striker @GaryLineker will conduct the #WorldCup Final Draw in Moscow's State Kremlin Palace on 1 December, supported by Russian sports journalist Maria @Komandnaya. Read more on https://t.co/sool5M7508: https://t.co/hs2g7Y7ghz ?????????? pic.twitter.com/N3VY0UlQ8T
— FIFA Media (@fifamedia) November 17, 2017
"It is quite special to be involved in yet another tournament, now on the stage, unveiling the results of the draw.
"I have been on the other side, waiting to find out my opponents, and I know how exciting this occasion is."
FIFA deputy secretary-general Zvonimir Boban said world football's governing body was "really pleased that Gary has accepted our invitation."
Source: espn.co.uk
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