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FIFA warned ‘gruelling heat’ could impact a quarter of World Cup games

impact a quarter of World Cup games Climate experts have challenged FIFA after a warning that one in four World Cup games could be played in very hot conditions because global warming has increased

How could extreme weather affect World Cup 2026?

heat stress. ![Lightning strikes near the Orlando Citrus Bowl as a severe weather warning forces the evacuation of the stands before the start of the Orlando City against FC Dallas game, in Orlando

Penalty pandemonium sets up Hearts & Celtic showdown for the ages

heat getting to them. Everything was coming up maroon. Only, it wasn't. The late penalty sparked pandemonium. The game deep in added time, Sam Nicholson of Motherwell, arm in the air and rising above

Friday briefing: ​As Israel’s coalition collapses, can its prime minister hang on to power?

Cup. An expanded field and a gruelling schedule means [a new champion could emerge](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/may/21/world-cup-first-time-winners-norway-haaland-portugal-ronaldo) from the pack this summer. ## The front pages ![Front page of the Guardian 22 May 2026](https://i.guim.co.uk