Could the heat of a U.S. summer spoil the World Cup in 2026?

Gab Marcotti and Craig Burley explain the struggle to balance making Club World Cup games available for the global audience with making it safe for the players.

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Could the heat of a U.S. summer spoil the World Cup in 2026?

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