Trump says FIFA will elevate $75 million for soccer initiatives in Gaza, together with 50 mini-pitches and 20,000-seat stadium
A display screen shows a picture of FIFA and Board of Peace flags throughout inaugural Board of Peace assembly in Washington DC on February 19, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS
FIFA and the Board of Peace signed a partnership settlement on Thursday to draw funding from international leaders and establishments for sustainable improvement in conflict-affected areas by soccer.
The Board of Peace, established below america President Donald Trump, held its first assembly targeted on Gaza’s reconstruction fund, aimed toward rebuilding the territory as soon as Hamas disarms.
The disarmament of Hamas militants and accompanying withdrawal of Israeli troops, the dimensions of the reconstruction fund and the stream of humanitarian support to the war-torn inhabitants are anticipated to pose vital challenges to the board’s effectiveness within the coming months.
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The FIFA collaboration plan consists of constructing 50 mini-pitches close to faculties and residential areas in Gaza, 5 full-size pitches throughout a number of districts, a state-of-the-art FIFA academy and a brand new 20,000-seat nationwide stadium, FIFA mentioned.
Trump mentioned FIFA will elevate $75 million for soccer-related initiatives in Gaza. “At this time, FIFA and the Board of Peace have signed a landmark partnership settlement that can foster funding into soccer for the aim of serving to the restoration course of in publish battle areas,” FIFA President Gianni Infantino mentioned in a press release.
“Along with the assist of the Board of Peace, FIFA will drive this partnership which is constructed to ship influence at each stage.”
The programme will even emphasise job creation, youth participation, organised leagues for girls and boys, group engagement and the stimulation of native business actions, FIFA mentioned.
