FIFA President Infantino Accused of Ethics Breach Amid Trump Praise
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FIFA's president, Gianni Infantino, is facing an ethics breach complaint from a global advocacy group, FairSquare. The group alleges that Infantino's effusive praise of US President Donald Trump during the 2026 World Cup draw and the awarding of the FIFA Peace Prize to Trump compromise FIFA's impartiality. The complaint, filed with FIFA's Ethics Committee, centers on Infantino's public endorsement of Trump and the presentation of the FIFA Peace Prize to the US President. This award was announced in a video highlighting Trump's efforts towards peace, including brokering ceasefires and promoting diplomatic engagement. However, FairSquare points out that FIFA's own standards emphasize neutrality in dealings with government institutions. The group also notes that Infantino's social media lobbying for Trump's Nobel Peace Prize earlier this year further undermines this neutrality. The potential disciplinary actions by the FIFA Ethics Committee include a warning, reprimand, fine, compliance training, or even a ban from soccer-related activities. FairSquare's complaint raises questions about FIFA's commitment to neutrality, particularly in hosting the 2026 World Cup in the US, Mexico, and Canada.
