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FIFA Awards Trump Inaugural 'Peace Prize' at Draw Ceremony

| World Cup 2026

At the Final Draw, FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented Donald Trump with FIFA's inaugural 'Peace Prize,' described as recognition for his 'exceptional and extraordinary actions to promote peace and unity around the world.' The award was created without formal FIFA Council approval and drew immediate criticism from human rights organizations, journalists, and football governance experts who questioned FIFA's independence.