Smoke and Mirrors: FIFA's Failure to Adapt to Climate Change The World Cup final is set to take place this weekend amidst a haze of uncertainty in New York City, where wildfire smoke from Canada has blown in, prompting officials to warn of "unhealthy" and "very unhealthy" air quality.
This clear danger highlights the lack of preparation by FIFA to deal with potential consequences. Climate change is no longer a distant threat but a harsh reality that sports organizations must confront head on.
The World Cup has been held in various parts of the world, many prone to extreme weather events.