IOC rejects complaint against FIFA’s Infantino over Trump support

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has dismissed a complaint lodged by the human rights NGO FairSquare against FIFA President Gianni Infantino. FairSquare alleged that Infantino repeatedly violated the IOC's rules on political neutrality by publicly supporting former U.S. President Donald Trump.

An IOC spokesperson confirmed that the Ethics Commission had thoroughly reviewed the complaint. However, the commission concluded that the matter falls outside the IOC's jurisdiction. "The commission noticed that, pursuant to the Olympic Charter, each International Federation (IF) maintains its independence and autonomy in its governance," the spokesperson stated.

This decision follows a previous incident in February where the IOC also dismissed concerns about Infantino's attendance at a board meeting convened by Trump. During that event, Infantino wore a cap bearing Trump's campaign slogans. At the time, the IOC noted FIFA's support for a sports recovery program in Gaza, deeming it consistent with the role of an International Sport Federation.

FIFA presented its inaugural "FIFA Peace Prize" to Trump in December 2025, recognizing his actions to promote peace and unity. Infantino had described these actions as

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The IOC Ethics Commission thoroughly analysed the complaint by FairSquare. The commission noticed that, pursuant to the Olympic Charter, each International Federation (IF) maintains its independence and autonomy in its governance. The complaint falls outside the IOC Ethics Commission’s jurisdiction.