Toronto faces heat, transit woes, and FIFA's water bottle ban ahead of World Cup
By
Cathal Kelly
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Summary
The article criticizes FIFA's new ban on refillable water bottles at World Cup stadiums as a misguided security measure, especially given Toronto's expected heatwave conditions during the tournament. It highlights the broader issues of attending games — from transit disruptions to high costs — painting the experience as a high-priced headache for fans. The tone is sarcastic and critical of FIFA's decision-making and the logistical challenges facing Toronto during the World Cup.
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Stay tuned for upcoming bans on belt buckles, phones, shoes and loud voices.
Canada's opener in Toronto next Friday – kickoff is at 3 p.m. ET – is likely to start in temperatures cresting 30 C.
Water will be available t
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