The 2026 World Cup Draw featured an unexpectedly tense moment when Rio Ferdinand showed clear frustration after being asked on stage whether he had scored against Spain’s legendary goalkeeper Iker Casillas. The question, framed as casual banter, didn’t land well with the former England centre-back, who immediately pushed back.
Ferdinand responded with a sharp line that quickly went viral: “What kind of question is this? I’m a defender.” His reaction drew laughs from some in the audience, but many viewers online felt the irritation was obvious. The moment stood out during a presentation usually focused on formal announcements and smooth transitions.
Rio Ferdinand gets frustrated during World Cup draw presentation for being asked a question that "weren't in the script"
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Clips of the exchange spread rapidly on social media, where fans debated whether the question was light teasing or simply unnecessary. Several users pointed out that asking a career defender about scoring goals against one of the world’s greatest goalkeepers felt misplaced during a global event meant to highlight World Cup excitement.
