2026 World Cup projected to be 'most polluting' sporting event

The 2026 World Cup has generated excitement among football fans worldwide, but it has also raised significant environmental concerns. The event is officially projected to have a total carbon footprint of 9 million tonnes of CO2, nearly double the average of the last four tournaments, making it the most polluting sporting event in history. Valerie Dekimpe, Environment Editor for FRANCE 24, provides further insights into this alarming prediction.