A major heat wave is affecting much of the eastern half of the United States this week, bringing dangerous conditions to multiple World Cup matches.
World Cup's knockout rounds collide with a massive heat wave
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Fans of Croatia cheer during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Croatia and Ghana at Philadelphia Stadium. An NPR analysis of past weather conditions found that the July 4th match in Philadelphia is particularly likely to take place in dangerous conditions.
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A heat dome will engulf World Cup games in the eastern US this week. Here's what to expect
A heat dome will engulf World Cup games in the eastern US this week
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The World Cup games are heating up this week with knockout rounds, and so is the outdoor heat
The World Cup games are heating up this week with knockout rounds, and so is the outdoor heat
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