FIFA has issued a firm statement following calls for Donald Trump to be stripped of the 2025 FIFA Peace Prize, which he received ahead of the 2026 World Cup draw in December 2025. Trump was awarded the inaugural prize during a ceremony in Washington, D.C., where FIFA president Gianni Infantino presented him with a trophy, medal, and certificate.
During his speech, Trump claimed he had saved “tens of millions of lives” and prevented wars from breaking out. FIFA described the award as recognition for “exceptional and extraordinary actions for peace” that unite people globally.
