FIFA is not an independent sporting organisation; it is a political tool.

FIFA is criticized for lacking independence and being used as a political tool, especially after overturning the suspension of an American player due to Donald Trump's intervention. The organization has systematically failed to respect human rights regarding Palestinian football, refusing to suspend the Israeli Football Association for playing on occupied land. It has not condemned the killing of Palestinian players or the destruction of stadiums, and has not demanded the release of detained players such as Rand Halawani and Natalie Abu Dayyeh.