WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump was introduced with the first-ever “FIFA Peace Prize” on Friday throughout the 2026 World Cup draw ceremony in Washington, an occasion showcasing North America as host for the main event, with Florida set to be a key beneficiary of the upcoming event.
The honour, introduced personally by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, praised Trump’s efforts in world peacemaking.
The award ceremony comes because the U.S., alongside Mexico and Canada, prepares to host the historic 48-team event throughout North America in 2026. The U.S. Division of State emphasised the nation’s dedication to the occasion, posting on X that the U.S. is “proud to host the FIFA World Cup 26™ in 11 stadiums throughout the nation.”
Miami is among the many host cities, and South Florida is predicted to learn considerably from the financial exercise.
Rep. María Elvira Salazar echoed the thrill for the upcoming event, stating that with the World Cup “across the nook, Miami is stepping onto the world stage like by no means earlier than.”
“That is our second to showcase our vibrant tradition, unmatched magnificence, and rising affect as one among America’s main cities,” Salazar mentioned.
Infantino praised Trump, saying, “That is what we wish from a pacesetter, a pacesetter that cares concerning the folks.” He added, “You positively deserve the primary FIFA Peace Prize on your motion. For what you could have obtained, in your manner – however you obtained it in an unimaginable manner.”
Accepting the shock prize, which was created with out prior FIFA council approval, Trump known as it “really one of many nice honors of my life.”
The president highlighted particular conflicts, stating that his actions “saved tens of millions and tens of millions of lives.” He talked about the Congo and disputes between India and Pakistan as examples of wars that his administration was capable of finish, “in some instances, earlier than they began.”
The draw occasion was held on the Kennedy Middle and featured performances by Andrea Bocelli and the Village Folks.
