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Tuesday, 6/30, 10:18 AM

Experts warn extreme heat could make some World Cup matches unsafe

  • As a heat wave grips much of the United States, climate scientists and players' representatives are warning that some matches at the 2026 World Cup could be played in conditions hot enough to endanger the athletes — and that football's safeguards may not go far enough.

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