FIFA president defends giving peace prize to Trump and calls for end to Russia ban

02/02/2026 19:35 France 24

FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Monday called for Russia's four-year ban from international tournaments to be lifted, arguing that the decision had "just created more frustration and hatred". Infantino also defended his decision to award the "FIFA Peace Prize" to US President Donald Trump.

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Russia resumes strikes on freezing Ukrainian capital ahead of talks

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01/02/2026 16:45 France 24

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