A Stanford economist says the World Cup may trigger a spike in working from home. Bloomberg/Getty Images Many companies tightened return-to-office mandates after the COVID pandemic. The World Cup could cause employers to be more flexible, Stanford professor Nicholas Bloom said. Late-night games, pricier commutes, and the heatwave are boosting WFH this summer, he said. The 2026 FIFA World Cup may be doing more than entertaining soccer fans — it could also be giving remote work a summer lift. Ni