Men's Journal reported on the U.S. Men's National Team advancing to the 2026 World Cup knockout round, featuring insight from Riley J. Williams III, MD, Chief of the Sports Medicine Institute at HSS and FIFA Venue Medical Officer for the 2026 World Cup.

"The 2026 FIFA World Cup presents unique logistical challenges because it’s being hosted across three countries and 16 venues,” said Dr. Williams. “Unlike previous tournaments that were largely confined to a single country, some teams will be required to undertake extensive air travel across multiple time zones. Frequent travel can disrupt normal sleep patterns, alter dietary routines, and contribute to both physical and mental fatigue.”

“Over the course of a five-week tournament, these cumulative physical demands place substantial stress on the musculoskeletal system. Managing lower-extremity fatigue becomes essential for maintaining both performance and injury prevention. Performance staff closely monitor player workloads and use individualized training and recovery programs to ensure athletes can recover between matches,” Dr. Williams shared.

Read the full article at mensjournal.com.