Pitches in Peril: Elliot Arthur-Worsop on Climate Change and the World Cup

Описание: The beautiful game is under threat. From extreme heat endangering players at the World Cup to floods shutting down local pitches, climate change is forcing soccer to adapt—or face a crisis.

In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Elliot Arthur-Worsop, founder and co-director of Football For Future and co-author of the recent "Pitches in Peril" report, to explore the alarming realities of climate change on modern soccer.

In this video, we discuss:

The World Cup Heat Danger: How rising temperatures are making summer tournaments in places like North America (World Cup 2026) and the Iberian Peninsula (World Cup 2030) increasingly unsafe for athletes and fans.

The Grassroots Crisis: The devastating impact of extreme weather—like floods and droughts—on community and youth pitches, and the social cost of canceled matches.

The Pitches in Peril Report: Key findings from FFF's research, including how many World Cup host stadiums are already at high risk and the disproportionate impact on the Global South.

The Carbon Footprint of Mega-Events: Examining the environmental responsibility of FIFA and other governing bodies, especially with the expansion and multi-continent hosting of the World Cup.

Football's Role in Climate Action: Why soccer, as the world's most popular sport, is uniquely positioned to drive climate awareness and sustainable change.

Elliot Arthur-Worsop provides expert insight on what governing bodies, professional clubs, and fans can do to protect the future of the game we love.

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