# Soccer: World governing body FIFA has banned spectators from taking re-usable water bottles to World Cup games for safety reasons. Cups, jars and cans are also prohibited. FIFA says this is to lower the risk of fans throwing missiles onto the playing field. It says it is committed to the protection of the health of all players, referees, spectators, volunteers and staff. Water will be sold at stadiums. The tournament kicks off next week Thursday with the opening match between South Africa and co-hosts Mexico in Mexico City.
Soccer: FIFA bans water bottles at World Cup stadiums