FIFA Launches Inaugural Peace Prize to Promote Unity Through Football

FIFA Launches Inaugural Peace Prize to Promote Unity Through Football

FIFA has unveiled the “FIFA Peace Prize – Football Unites the World,” an annual award recognizing individuals who harness football’s power to unite people and inspire hope. The first recipient will be announced on December 5 at the 2026 World Cup Final Draw in Washington, D.C.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino will present the award, acknowledging “extraordinary actions for peace and unity” by individuals using football as a bridge between cultures and communities. This initiative aligns with FIFA’s “Football Unites the World” campaign, emphasizing the sport’s role in promoting harmony and inclusion.

The 2026 World Cup, hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature the inaugural Peace Prize presentation. Infantino declined to reveal the first winner, saying, “You will see.” Details on nominations, selections, and criteria remain undisclosed ¹ ² ³.