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Extreme Heat Is Testing FIFA’s Ability To Protect 2026 World Cup Athletes
Teams endured extreme heat during the Club World Cup—seen as a test for how FIFA will protect players next year.
Previewing World Cup 2026: Italy Prediction, Player Form, and Historical Context
Two decades after their most recent win in 2006, Italy hopes to break their streak of bad luck and finally qualify for the ...
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2026 FIFA World Cup: Qatar, Saudi Arabia AFC qualifiers revealed
The draw for the fourth round of AFC qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been made in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.
Too hot for soccer? Why FIFA could pull out of America for 2026 World Cup
ESPN also noted that FIFPRO executives suggested canceling FIFA Club World Cup matches in Philadelphia due to the heat, as ...
FIFA announces lottery for buying single-game tickets for 2026 World Cup in KC
Here’s what fans need to know about buying single-game tickets for 2026 World Cup matches at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
2026 FIFA World Cup dress rehearsal exposes the big problem of extreme heat
The FIFA Club World Cup exposed some significant issues that could hamper the 2026 World Cup, with hot weather being among ...
Explained: Why FIFA wants to scrap penalty rebounds among three radical changes at World Cup 2026
The already-radical FIFA World Cup 2026 could see even more drastic changes to the rules of play, as the global governing ...
How FIFA president’s plan to deal with heat at World Cup may affect matches in KC
Two knockout matches also will be held at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. On five of the dates when games are scheduled in ...