Overview
- Human-rights group FairSquare filed a formal complaint alleging at least four breaches of FIFA’s political neutrality rules by president Gianni Infantino.
- The filing centers on Infantino presenting President Donald Trump with the inaugural FIFA for Peace award during the Dec. 5 World Cup group-stage draw in Washington.
- FairSquare also cites Infantino’s social media posts and interviews praising Trump as evidence of prohibited political endorsement.
- FIFA’s Ethics Committee is expected to assess the allegations and determine whether Infantino’s conduct violated the organization’s regulations, with no decision announced yet.
- The case surfaces months before the 2026 tournament, raising concerns about governance and reputational risk for FIFA during preparations.