Is FIFA scrapping its peace prize after awarding it to US President Trump?
Summary
FIFA awarded the new Peace Prize to President Donald Trump in 2023 but now considers stopping the award. Some FIFA officials question the prize's value and want to either scrap it or change how it is given. A committee will review the award and advise FIFA's Council before the next meeting in December 2024.Key Facts
- FIFA created the “FIFA Peace Prize – Football Unites the World” to honor people who promote peace.
- President Donald Trump was the first and only winner of this prize, awarded in 2023.
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino supports Trump and believed he deserved a Nobel Peace Prize.
- The award ceremony took place in Washington, D.C., at the 2026 World Cup draw event.
- Critics pointed out the prize was controversial because it was given soon after deadly U.S. military actions.
- FIFA Council members want to reconsider or stop the Peace Prize, especially giving it to politicians.
- FIFA’s Football Social Responsibility Committee is reviewing the prize and will report by December 16, 2024.
- FIFA has not made a final decision yet and awaits the committee’s proposal.
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