The World Cup has returned to a radically hotter America

Politico | Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:16:00 EST

Heat waves grip the stands,
Cities rush to cool the field—
World Cup plays on, changed.

Since the U.S. last hosted in 1994, climate change has reshaped the conditions players and fans now face. Cities are scrambling to adapt in real time.

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