Paris, France, May 14, 2026 (AFP) - Scientists warn 'gruelling heat' could impact quarter of World Cup games

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2026-05-14

Climate experts challenged FIFA on Thursday after a warning that one in four 2026 World Cup games could take place in very hot conditions as global warming has increased the risk of extreme heat in North America since the US hosted the 1994 tournament. Concerns about heat already prompted FIFA to mandate a cooling break during each half of the World Cup matches that will take place between June 11 and July 19 in 16 stadiums across the United Stat......

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