2026 Fifa World Cup
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Climate change increases risk of extreme heat at nearly all 2026 World Cup matches, studies find
Climate change is increasing the likelihood that players will face heat conditions linked to reduced performance at nearly every match in the 2026 World Cup, according to new…
The evolution of glory: Soccer boots and brand battles at the 2026 Fifa World Cup
The 2026 boot wars echo innovation races in marathon running and basketball. The boots blend heritage, technology and personal stories, from Jordan’s influence to Maradona’s…
Ode to football: Can the FIFA World Cup bring peace to the world?
The FIFA World Cup begins on 11 June 2026, hosted across Canada, Mexico and the United States—the first time the tournament has been shared by three countries. It opens, however,…
Bafana ‘must’ qualify for 2026 World Cup
The football team begin their qualification campaign this weekend, and two former players believe that they have enough to make it to 2026