A heat dome is expected to bring sweltering conditions to the central and eastern United States. This weather phenomenon will likely impact the World Cup, particularly for players and fans at East Coast venues.

The heat dome's effects are a concern for upcoming knockout round games, with heat index temperatures being a major factor.

Further information on the heat dome and its potential impact on the World Cup is available from NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, including details on the specific conditions that players and fans can expect at affected venues.