Due to the dangers posed by high temperatures, England manager Thomas Tuchel says he might ask his players to use the dressing room during World Cup games in the summer.
Tuchel told BBC Sport on the eve of the World Cup draw in Washington, DC, that if this would aid us in later matches, we should take it into account.
Nobody likes it because “I want the players to be on the field and feel the energy from the bench.”
“But at the Club World Cup, I witnessed players doing it. We can presumably avoid it. When they can be with us outside, it’s always better.
Experts warn that high temperatures, wildfires, and even hurricanes could affect teams, fans, and stadium workers because the event is taking place in the US, Canada, and Mexico in June and July 2026.
Ten of the 16 World Cup venues are “very high risk of experiencing extreme heat stress conditions,” according to a recent Pitches in Peril report compiled by pressure groups Football for the Future and Common Goal.
As matches took place in sweltering heat, players and managers complained about the Club World Cup’s scheduling from June and July.
Tuchel referred to the impact the heat will have, saying, “It’s an issue for high-level football. It will reduce the intensity of the matches.”
“Offensively and defensively, it will reduce the number of intense runs. Both the match and the strategy will change over time. In 45C, you can’t play the same football as you can in 21C.
We must “adapt and prepare the players as best as possible.” We are already adapting to the heat and cooling systems. We put a lot of effort into it, and we will be ready when the competition begins.
We must be prepared to face difficulties, Tuchel said, referring to scheduling issues and the necessity of traveling far between venues. There could be delays caused by the thunderstorms, but it will be hot, humid, and involved in a lot of traveling.
“I have the players I want,” I say.
Phil Foden and Jude Bellingham have been omitted from recent squads, but Tuchel claims he is aware of the rumors surrounding who will make England’s World Cup squad.
“I’m not sure if I know the starting XI, but I do know some American players I want to play with us.” Let’s take it step by step, he said, “I know there are some players who are very likely to start.”
I get to know the players, get a picture, and have opinions, and then choose them and stay with them because they won my trust. I’ve got a clear thought.
Tuchel acknowledged that he is more confident than he was when he assumed control of the tournament at the beginning of the year that England would win.
“We’ve gotten better and we’ve gotten closer. According to him, I needed the camps in September, October, and November, and the way the camps, the outcomes, and the group all came together.
“Since that time, our belief, along with the group, grew, and we will arrive to make something special happen.” Although we have the most ambitious goal, we can’t promise it.
No team wants to play us, they say.
If all four of France, Spain, or Argentina lose their respective groups, England will be in pot one for Friday’s draw.
After claiming all eight of their qualifiers, England finished with 22 goals and none of the others, according to Tuchel.
We’re “going to get closer,” We are, in my opinion, becoming more powerful. The emphasis is on the squad and the team spirit, he said, and the goal is to arrive in June with a strong squad.
Then, hoped, we will create the right amount of energy and momentum so that no one will want to compete against us at the end of the tournament.
Prior to the tournament, Tuchel has potential opponents in mind, and the Three Lions will play two friendly matches.
He said, “We need to wait until the draw, but we have a clear idea of the opponent we want to play.” Because there are friendly matches, it’s a challenging window.
“It’s preparation for the World Cup, but remember that there are two friendly games in hand before the World Cup.”
“Many players will likely compete in the Champions League, FA Cup semifinals, finals, Carabao Cup, Europa League, and Conference League,” said one player.
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