Norwegian FA President Calls for FIFA Peace Prize Abolition

Lise Klaveness, the President of the Norwegian Football Association, has advocated for the abolition of the FIFA Peace Prize following its recent award to former U.S. President Donald Trump.

Klaveness, representing Norway at FIFA's congress, expressed concerns over FIFA's decision to present the award, which is intended to recognize outstanding contributions to global peace, without input from FIFA's governing council. The award's presentation coincided with the World Cup draw in Washington D.C. on December 6.

Klaveness criticized the award as a tribute to Trump, who failed to win the Nobel Peace Prize, and argued that FIFA should not recognize individuals whose contributions to peace are politically motivated. She emphasized the need for an independent process to establish criteria for such awards.

Klaveness fully supports a formal investigation by FIFA's ethics committee regarding the matter, as human rights group FairSquare has already submitted a complaint against FIFA for breaching its obligation to maintain neutrality.