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⚠️ Scorching Conditions Spark Player Concern
As Chelsea gear up for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 in the blazing heat of Saudi Arabia, midfield general Enzo Fernández has issued a stark warning:
🗨️ “The heat here isn’t just uncomfortable — it’s dangerous. We’ll need serious protection and planning.”
With temperatures soaring past 44°C (111°F) during training, Fernández’s comments underline growing concern over player safety.
🌡️ Temperature Watch: Riyadh Training Stats
| Date | Time | Temp (°C) | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 6 | 4:00 PM | 43.7°C | Dry Heat |
| July 7 | 3:30 PM | 44.2°C | High UV Index |
| July 8 | 5:00 PM | 45.1°C | Dust & Heat |
☀️ Average body-safe training threshold: 32–34°C
🚨 Chelsea training above safety limits for 3 straight days
🔍 Club Response
Chelsea’s coaching and medical staff are reportedly adjusting the training regime:
🕖 Switching sessions to early mornings
🧊 Mandatory ice vest cooldowns
💧 Increased hydration monitoring
🩺 Heat stress testing before matches
🗣️ “We’re prioritizing recovery and body cooling just as much as tactics.” — Chelsea physio
🌍 Global Players Voice Concern
Enzo isn’t alone. Several stars across participating clubs have echoed heat concerns:
🇪🇸 Rodri (Man City): “It affects concentration. One slip in this heat, and it’s over.”
🇧🇷 Vinícius Jr. (Real Madrid): “Hydration helps, but the body slows down. It’s a factor.”
🇦🇷 Lautaro Martínez (Inter): “Feels like playing in a sauna.”
🧠 Editor’s Take
Heat is emerging as the biggest wildcard of the 2025 Club World Cup. While teams have world-class tactics and talent, no one’s immune to the physical toll of extreme environments.
Chelsea and Fernández are right to raise the flag — this tournament might be as much about survival as silverware.
