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Tuchel trains England in heated tents to replicate 2026 World Cup temperatures

Tuchel will attend the Club World Cup to study afternoon heat management after research found that most 2026 venues could top 28°C.

Soccer - England - Thomas Tuchel Press Conference - Wembley Stadium, London, Britain - March 14, 2025 England manager Thomas Tuchel during the press conference Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers/File Photo
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Overview

  • England are undergoing heat tests in Girona using specially-heated tents to assess player recovery under conditions forecast for next summer’s World Cup.
  • Tuchel plans to observe midday matches at this month’s Club World Cup in the United States to refine cooling-break protocols and hydration methods.
  • A Brunel University study predicts that 14 of the 16 host stadiums will regularly exceed 28°C in June and July, with four venues potentially hitting 32°C.
  • FIFPRO recommends cooling breaks at wet bulb globe temperatures of 28–32°C and advises rescheduling if conditions rise above 32°C.
  • England currently lead their World Cup qualifying group and are poised to secure a 2026 berth, where they are regarded as among the title favourites.