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.