A closer look at “FIFA Council Tells Infantino to Scrap or Depoliticise Peace Prize After Trump Backlash”, exactly as the source publishes it. FIFA president Gianni Infantino faced a backlash at Thursday's FIFA Council meeting over the controversial peace prize awarded to Donald Trump. Council members reportedly demanded the award be abolished or depoliticised, with the football social responsibility committee tasked to make a recommendation before the next council meeting in Doha on 16 December. The Guardian has learned that Trump is likely to be the only political leader to receive the prize, which was created by Infantino.
The award drew criticism for mixing football governance with politics, raising questions about FIFA's neutrality and reputation. The council's move signals a potential shift away from politically charged gestures, as FIFA seeks to refocus on its core mission. The decision in December could mark a turning point in how the organisation engages with world leaders. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.