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Africa Apr 28, 9:08 am

FIFA Faces Backlash for Trump Peace Prize Ahead of World Cup

Football officials and players express concern over FIFA's decision to award its inaugural Peace Prize to Donald Trump

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  • FIFA awarded its inaugural Peace Prize to Donald Trump before the World Cup
  • Officials argue this move politicizes football and undermines its credibility
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  • The World Cup is a significant global event, and FIFA's decisions can impact its integrity
  • Critics fear that politicizing sports could alienate fans and players
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  • FIFA's decision follows broader discussions about the relationship between sports and politics
  • The organization has faced scrutiny in the past for various political and ethical decisions

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Football officials and players question FIFA’s decision to award its inaugural Peace Prize to US President Donald Trump

With six weeks to go until the World Cup, FIFA has drawn criticism for politicising football and undermining the sport’s credibility as a force for good

What happened

  • FIFA awarded its inaugural Peace Prize to Donald Trump before the World Cup
  • Officials argue this move politicizes football and undermines its credibility
  • Norwegian Football Association President Lise Klaveness called for FIFA to abandon the award
  • The criticism comes just six weeks ahead of the World Cup

Why this matters

  • The World Cup is a significant global event, and FIFA's decisions can impact its integrity
  • Critics fear that politicizing sports could alienate fans and players
  • The controversy raises questions about the appropriateness of sports organizations engaging in political matters

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino presents US President Donald Trump with the FIFA Peace Prize.
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented US President Donald Trump with the FIFA Peace Prize at the World Cup draw on December 5, 2025 [Stephanie Scarbrough/AP]

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