It's a tournament marked by explosive speed, quick decision-making and rapid changes in play - but the World Cup could be noticeably slower this year, scientists have warned.

FIFA's on-field officials for the World Cup will insist on keeping matches moving by taking rule changes designed to limit time-wasting seriously, the sport's governing body said…

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