FIFA Calendar Shake-Up: Climate Risks Cobbled into 2026 Planning

Let's realise it – beautiful sports are not immune to the ugly side of climate change. The FIFA 2026 World Cup is no longer about the epic goals and winners at the last minute. This time it is also about avoiding the pattern of heat waves, fire and unexpected weather. Planning the world's largest sporting event means taking into account increasing temperatures, smoky skies and sweaty stadiums. Welcome to the climate-conscious World Cup.