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Scorching Philadelphia Heat Forces Chelsea to Alter Training Ahead of ES Tunis Match

FIFA cooling breaks with shorter sessions have been implemented so Chelsea can secure a draw against ES Tunis to reach the last 16

Fans blowing water and training in the shade were some of the measures Chelsea took to protect players from the heat.

Overview

  • Daily training at Subaru Park has been cut to brief tactical drills as temperatures reach 37°C with a heat index beyond 41°C.
  • Manager Enzo Maresca described full sessions as "almost impossible" and is prioritizing energy conservation ahead of the ES Tunis game.
  • Illness sidelines Reece James and Levi Colwill from Monday’s session and forward Nicolas Jackson is suspended following a red card.
  • Chelsea must draw against ES Tunis at 9 p.m. tonight in Philadelphia to secure progression to the Club World Cup knockout round.
  • Philadelphia authorities declared a heat emergency and FIFA has mandated cooling breaks during matches to safeguard players and fans.