The costs and challenges facing the 2026 World Cup

World June 13, 2026 01:31 PM

The World Cup officially kicked off this week - but alongside the football, there are questions around heat, cost, the environmental impact and travel restrictions.

The BBC Analysis Editor Ros Atkins takes a look at the challenges facing this year's tournament.

The costs and challenges facing the 2026 World Cup

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