Growing sense of embarrassment at Fifa over Donald Trump peace prize

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Exclusive by Osasu Obayiuwana in RabatJanuary 18, 2026 at 01:00 PM

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Fifa officials are reportedly embarrassed by the organization's decision to award Donald Trump its peace prize in December at the World Cup draw in Washington D.C. The award was given based on the hope for unity and a future that Fifa wanted to see from a leader. This embarrassment stems from subsequent U.S. actions, including airstrikes in Venezuela, the capture and jailing of Nicolás Maduro, and threats to invade Greenland. Concerns existed within Fifa at the time of the award, and now some officials express unease about the handling of the situation, especially with the upcoming World Cup in the United States. While some within Fifa are distancing themselves from the political implications, the organization defends its decision, highlighting Trump's strong relationships with co-hosting countries and noting the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize recipient gave her medal to Trump.

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