FROM ASSOCIATED PRESS: FIFA has announced the creation of a peace prize, which it plans to award for the first time at the draw for the World Cup on Dec. 5 in Washington.
The award, called the FIFA Peace Prize, will “recognize exceptional actions for peace,” soccer’s governing body said Wednesday. But FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who has a close relationship with President Donald Trump, would not tip his hand Wednesday when asked if Trump will be the first recipient of the award.
Trump was passed over for the Nobel Peace Prize last month despite lobbying from fellow Republicans, various world leaders and himself. And Infantino made no secret of the ties between himself, FIFA and Trump in his remarks Wednesday.
Infantino, speaking at the America Business Forum in Miami, said, “On the 5th of December, you will see.”
Earlier Wednesday, Infantino said, “[I]n an increasingly unsettled and divided world, it’s fundamental to recognize the outstanding contribution of those who work hard to end conflicts and bring people together in a spirit of peace.”
FIFA said the award will be presented by Infantino this year, then continue annually “on behalf of fans from all around the world.”
FIFA introduces the FIFA Peace Prize – an award to recognise exceptional actions for peace and unity🕊️
⚽️“FIFA Peace Prize – Football Unites the World” to be bestowed on an annual basis
⚽️First winner to receive the award from FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Friday, 5… pic.twitter.com/evRxpwD0q3— FIFA Media (@fifamedia) November 5, 2025
FIFA has announced the creation of a peace prize, which it plans to award at the draw for the World Cup on Dec. 5 in Washington. https://t.co/uFNoOhryAB
— PBS News (@NewsHour) November 6, 2025
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