Gianni Infantino
Donald Trump Makes History as First Recipient of FIFA Peace Prize: Understanding the New Award
Dec 06, 2025 05:23 pm CST
US President Donald Trump has become the inaugural recipient of FIFA's newly established Peace Prize during the 2026 World Cup draw ceremony. The award, created to honor individuals promoting global unity through exceptional peace actions, was presented by FIFA President Gianni Infantino who praised Trump's efforts to "promote peace and unity around the world."
Donald Trump Receives FIFA's Inaugural Peace Prize at 2026 World Cup Draw Ceremony
Dec 06, 2025 11:08 am CST
US President Donald Trump was awarded FIFA's inaugural peace prize at the 2026 World Cup draw ceremony in Washington for his diplomatic efforts in global conflict resolution. During the star-studded event co-hosted with leaders from Canada and Mexico, Trump accepted the gold-plated trophy while calling it "one of the great honors of my life" as the three nations prepare to host next year's expanded tournament.
Trump Launches Expedited 'FIFA Pass' Visa Program for 2026 World Cup Attendees
Nov 18, 2025 11:38 am CST
President Donald Trump has unveiled a special visa fast-track system called the "FIFA Pass" for 2026 World Cup ticket holders, promising expedited appointments within 6-8 weeks. While not guaranteeing entry, the program aims to facilitate travel for an expected 5-10 million international football fans, though standard security vetting will still apply.