Donald Trump was awarded the first-ever FIFA peace prize during a lavish World Cup draw in Washington. FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the award, calling it “your peace prize,” an honor Trump described as one of the greatest of his life before a crowd of 2,000.
The ceremony highlighted the close relationship between Infantino and Trump, with a video detailing Trump’s diplomatic efforts. Despite the spectacle, the article notes the controversial nature of the award, questioning its legitimacy and comparing the event to a political rally rather than a sporting celebration.