FIFA announced the creation of a new annual award called the “FIFA Peace Prize – Football Unites the World,” which will be presented for the first time on December 5 at the draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
This award will recognize “individuals who, through extraordinary commitment, have helped to bring people together in peace”. Although FIFA has not publicly confirmed the winner, media reports highlight U.S. President Donald Trump as the favorite to receive this inaugural award.
What do we know so far?
FIFA confirmed that the first prize will be awarded on December 5 in Washington during the draw for the 2026 World Cup.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino called the award a recognition of “those who work to end conflicts and bring people together in a spirit of peace.”
Infantino and Trump have a close public relationship and have participated together in events linked to the 2026 World Cup Buzzy.
Some analysts see this as bolstering speculation about Trump as an awardee.
What remains to be known?
The first award will be presented on December 5
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FIFA has not yet made public the list of candidates, the selection committee or the specific criteria for choosing the winner.
This raises questions about transparency and credibility.
In short: The launch of the FIFA Peace Prize represents an ambitious move:
Linking soccer with a global message of unity just before the biggest edition of the World Cup (2026).
For the Hispanic community living in the U.S., being informed about these types of initiatives allows them to understand how sports, politics and culture intermingle.
The mention of Trump makes him a phenomenon that transcends sports and enters the political arena, something that impacts those who are informed about the U.S. from the Latino community.
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