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Hazardous Temperatures Forecast for Many World Cup Games

11 June 2026 at 15:04
Many of the tournament’s host cities risk hitting dangerous heat levels this year, raising questions about the safety of players and fans.

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Thiago Santos, a player with Brazil’s Fluminense team, during a cooling break at a match in New Jersey last July.

FIFA President Tells World Cup Critics to ‘Chill’ About Concerns

10 June 2026 at 23:16
With the World Cup facing growing crises, Gianni Infantino, the FIFA president, struck a defiant tone on the eve of the competition’s start.

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FIFA is trying its best, Gianni Infantino said during a news conference on Wednesday, but “we don’t control everything.”
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