New York blanketed by smoke just days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup final

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina is set to take place in New York in just a few days. However, the city is currently shrouded in smoke.

Details: Reports circulating on social media indicate that New York has been blanketed by smoke ahead of the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain. Authorities have urged residents to avoid going outdoors unless absolutely necessary.

The smoke is being caused by wildfires burning in sparsely populated areas of Canada, hundreds of kilometres from Toronto. While the smoke has spread across a vast region, the fires do not pose a direct threat to the cities themselves.

As a reminder: Spain and Argentina will meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, and FIFA has already confirmed the officiating team for the showpiece match.