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Why do reports of domestic abuse increase during World Cups?

Al Jazeera Sunday 28 June 2026, 18:23 UTC 1 min read
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Why do reports of domestic abuse increase during World Cups? Why do reports of domestic abuse increase during World Cups? Charities are warning domestic abuse will rise during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Why do reports of domestic abuse increase during World Cups? Why do reports of domestic abuse increase during World Cups? Charities are warning domestic abuse will rise during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Al Jazeera’s Ava Warriner examines what the evidence shows and why the root causes extend far beyond football. Published On 28 Jun 2026
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