Scientists warn FIFA that 2026 World Cup heat plans fall short, urging tougher safeguards to protect players from dangerous temperatures across host cities.

As athletes and academics urge FIFA to update its heat-stress framework, a study shows nearly a quarter of all games are likely to be played in dangerous temperatures.

Scientists warn FIFA that 2026 World Cup heat plans fall short, urging tougher safeguards to protect players from dangerous temperatures across host cities.

Heat stress could negatively affect players' performance and pose a threat to their health, say these writers.

Investigadores advierten que varios encuentros podrían disputarse en condiciones consideradas peligrosas para la salud y el rendimiento deportivo.

The 2026 World Cup is being played across North America in the summer and last summer's Club World Cup offered a glimpse at just how dangerous extreme heat can be