World Cup 2026: Environmental Cost of 48-Team Tournament
World Cup 2026: The numbers behind 'the most polluting World Cup'
BBC2026.03.25Updated 20d ago
BBC Sport analyses the environmental cost of a 48-team World Cup held across North America.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the first tournament featuring 48 teams instead of 32, expanding across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. BBC Sport's analysis reveals significant environmental concerns, including increased travel, larger venues, and greater carbon emissions. The expanded format raises questions about sustainability in major sporting events.
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