First, get a group of people together—anywhere from 4 to 20 works, but the more the merrier. Decide on the entry fee: $5 is casual, $20 gets people invested, and $50 might cause actual tears if your team doesn’t make it past the group stage.
Next, you need a list of all 32 qualified teams. Write them down on slips of paper, or use a free online randomizer tool. Put all the names in a hat (or a bowl, or a clean sock). Everyone takes a turn picking one out, and boom, you’re in.
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Pro tip: Do a few "theme" rounds. Maybe one person gets a bonus if they draw the host country, or you have a "mystery team" from a hat that nobody wants. It adds a layer of silliness.
