ByMark Willard•

2 days ago

Updated: June 18, 2026, 10:49 am EDTPublished: June 17, 2026, 3:33 pm EDT

With 10 of 16 venues in high-heat zones, 2026 World Cup teams that prepare smartest for the forecast hold the edge. Go inside the playbook — from sunblock and long sleeves to base camps and brutal travel — as players race to beat the heat.