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Should FIFA be doing more to protect soccer players from the World Cup heat?
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Experts and researchers warn that FIFA may not be adequately protecting players from extreme heat at the 2026 World Cup in North America, with concerns that heat stress could harm both performance and player health.
Should FIFA be doing more to protect soccer players from the World Cup heat?
The most watched sporting event in the world kicks off on June 11 co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States. With 2026 already expected to be one of the hottest years on record, experts and players have warned that organizer FIFA is not doing enough to protect the players from extreme heat.
Our new research shows the heat stress players may face could negatively affect their performance and pose a threat to their health.
Many of the players representing their country at this year’s FIFA
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