3 hours agoExperts warn of extreme heat at World 2026: Current measures are insufficient
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(14 days ago)International scientists and organisations require stronger protection measures for players and fans during the World's World in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Climate experts, sports medicine and physical performance have warned that extreme temperatures can pose serious danger during the 2026 World Cup, under way in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
According to them, the current FIFA measures are not enough to protect players and fans from the effects of extreme heat, writes 20m.ch, broadcasts albinfo.ch.
A group of scientists has criticised FIFA's current protocol for the heat, arguing it does not fully reflect the latest scientific recommendations. They seek longer holidays for hydration, fighting cuts in extreme conditions, and shifting some meetings into evening hours.
Similar warnings have come from the UN Climate Secretariat, which estimates that about one in four World games can be carried out in dangerous heat conditions. According to experts, the greatest danger lies not only in the field but also outside the stadiums, where fans can be exposed for hours at high temperatures in fans, rows of receptions, parking lots and transportation areas.
Recent studies suggest that up to 26 out of 104 tournament matches can be played in conditions considered dangerous to health.
Experts warn that high temperatures may affect not only the safety of participants but also the quality of the game, bringing lower rhythms, more replacements and frequent hydration holidays.
The climate dispute has become one of the main topics before the start of the biggest tournament in football history, where 48 nationals will participate for the first time.
