Washington, D.C., December 5, 2025 –U.S. President Donald Trump was awarded the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize during the 2026 World Cup draw at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. The newly created accolade recognizes individuals who have made exceptional contributions to global peace and unity.
Trump, who has long expressed interest in winning the Nobel Peace Prize, hailed the award as a major honor, stating, “The world is a safer place now.”
FIFA Honors Trump’s Peace Efforts
FIFA President Gianni Infantino, a longtime ally of Trump, presented the award, emphasizing the president’s efforts to foster global cooperation. “This is your prize; this is your peace prize,” Infantino said, praising Trump’s work in promoting ceasefires and humanitarian efforts.
The FIFA Peace Prize departs from the organization’s traditional focus on football, instead celebrating individuals who unite people through extraordinary actions for peace. Infantino highlighted Trump’s advocacy for football as a unifying force and noted that the prize was designed to honor efforts with worldwide impact.
Upon receiving the award, Trump told reporters, “Thank you very much. This is truly one of the great honors of my life… beyond awards, Gianni and I were discussing this; we saved millions and millions of lives.” He also remarked, “I don’t need prizes. I just want to save lives.”
About the FIFA Peace Prize
FIFA announced the creation of the annual peace prize in November 2025, stating it will recognize individuals who bring “hope for future generations” and promote global harmony. Infantino added that Trump earned the award for “exceptional and extraordinary” contributions that promote peace and unity across the world.
The presentation at the 2026 World Cup draw further cemented the prestige of the FIFA Peace Prize, making Trump its first-ever recipient and spotlighting the organization’s growing engagement in global humanitarian efforts.