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Excellent story by my former @latimes.com colleague @kbaxter11.bsky.social about the heat risks facing World Cup athletes, citing @climatecentral.org research: www.latimes.com/sports/socce...

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USMNT goes through its final training session before Friday’s World Cup opener

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FIFA is well aware that extreme heat and humidity could affect the 2026 World Cup, and that's why this might be the final World Cup to be played in the summer.

Most dangerous World Cup ever? Climate change poses growing risks for players

With the World Cup set to start this week, the U.S. men's soccer team began to train in earnest in front of thousands of fans at Orange County Great Park.

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Chanting 'USA! USA!,' thousands welcome U.S. men's soccer team to SoCal ahead of World Cup

Richards, who missed the 2022 World Cup because of a hamstring injury, tore two tendons in his left ankle a month ago but is healthy enough now to play.

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U.S. defender Chris Richards says he's ready for World Cup opener

Julian Ryerson and Norway aren't the only ones in unfamiliar World Cup territory. The expanded tournament offers new opportunities for players.

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From Norway to Jordan, World Cup newbies eager to surprise on soccer's biggest stage

U.S. captain urges World Cup teammates to enjoy the experience

The Americans open the 2026 tournament at SoFi Stadium on Friday, knowing it's a once-in-a-career moment to play in the World Cup at home.

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The American men are facing the pressure of hosting a tournament in which they are not favored to win while trying to increase interest in the sport.

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The union representing 2,000 food and beverage workers at SoFi Stadium announced they reached a tentative agreement with Legends Hospitality Monday.

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U.S. vs. Paraguay: Breaking down the challenges in World Cup opener

SoFi Stadium workers union announces labor deal, averting strike during World Cup

Amid travel bans, ICE fears and political turmoil, wary fans try to find World Cup joy

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The most ambitious FIFA World Cup in history is underway, but geopolitical rifts, travel bans and high ticket prices threaten to smother the excitement.

Zoe Thompson, a 14-year-old still in middle school, could one day become part of an unprecedented trio: three siblings on the U.S. women's national soccer team.

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Alyssa and Giselle Thompson joined NWSL in high school. Their younger sister might be better