Summary
Fifa's ethics committee is investigating its president, Gianni Infantino, for possibly breaking Fifa's neutrality rules by giving President Donald Trump the Fifa peace prize. A human rights group claims that Infantino's actions show political bias, which Fifa's rules are designed to prevent.
Key Facts
- Gianni Infantino, Fifa's president, gave President Trump the inaugural Fifa peace prize.
- This award took place during the 2026 World Cup draw event in Washington DC.
- A human rights group named FairSquare claims Infantino broke Fifa's neutrality rules by supporting a political figure.
- FairSquare submitted a letter of complaint to Fifa's ethics committee.
- Infantino praised Trump during the award ceremony and expressed ongoing support.
- Infantino has previously posted on social media and spoken in favor of Trump.
- The dispute highlights concerns about Fifa's governance and neutrality.
