Overview
- Thomas Tuchel told BBC Sport he may keep substitutes in the dressing room during matches to limit heat exposure, citing examples from the Club World Cup.
- He warned that extreme temperatures will lower match intensity and said England will adapt tactics, preparation and cooling protocols to cope.
- FA chief Mark Bullingham praised Tuchel’s impact and vowed comprehensive backing, with plans for an Inter Miami training base and two acclimatisation friendlies in Florida.
- England have identified Kansas City as a preferred base subject to the draw, which will determine venues and travel plans.
- The Pitches in Peril report flags 10 of 16 World Cup venues as at very high risk of extreme heat stress, while England enter Friday’s draw as a top seed after an 8‑win, 22‑0 qualifying campaign, with detailed scheduling to follow on Saturday.