England's World Cup Squad to Stay Indoors During Matches Due to High Temperatures, Says Manager Thomas Tuchel
Thomas Tuchel, the manager of England's national football team, has revealed that he is considering keeping his substitutes indoors during matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States due to the extreme heat. The decision comes as experts warn that high temperatures, wildfires, and hurricanes could pose significant challenges for teams, fans, and stadium workers.
Speaking on the eve of the World Cup draw in Washington DC, Tuchel said: "If this is what helps us later in matches when they come on, we have to consider it a possibility." However, he also emphasized that his priority is to get the players out onto the pitch to feel the energy and give the team energy from the bench.
The recent Pitches in Peril report found that 10 of the 16 venues for the World Cup are at "very high risk of experiencing extreme heat stress conditions." Tuchel acknowledged that the heat will have an impact on the intensity of the matches, reducing the amount of intensive runs, offensively and defensively.
"We need to adapt and prepare the players as good as possible," he said. "We've put a lot of effort into it, and we will be ready when the tournament starts." The manager also discussed scheduling headaches and traveling large distances between venues, saying that he wants his team to accept difficulties but believes that with the right mindset, they can overcome them.
Tuchel has revealed that he knows who he wants on his World Cup squad, including Phil Foden and Jude Bellingham, but is taking a cautious approach in announcing the final selection. The England manager expressed confidence that his team can win the tournament for the first time since 1966, saying: "We've got closer, we've got better. For my belief, I needed the camps in September, October, November, and the way the camps, the results, and the group went together."
In terms of potential opponents for England's friendly matches before the World Cup, Tuchel said that his team will wait until the draw but has a clear idea against whom they want to play. The manager is eager to prepare his team thoroughly for the tournament while also giving players opportunities to participate in other competitions.
The question on everyone's lips now is whether England can capitalize on their high seed and create an intimidating atmosphere at the World Cup, with many experts predicting that no one wants to face them. With Tuchel's emphasis on squad selection, team spirit, and adaptability, it seems likely that this will be a unique and compelling tournament for football fans worldwide.
In light of the extreme heat expected during the World Cup, other teams may be taking precautions of their own. While England is preparing to take on the challenge head-on, the rest of the world can only wait with bated breath to see how it all unfolds.
Thomas Tuchel, the manager of England's national football team, has revealed that he is considering keeping his substitutes indoors during matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States due to the extreme heat. The decision comes as experts warn that high temperatures, wildfires, and hurricanes could pose significant challenges for teams, fans, and stadium workers.
Speaking on the eve of the World Cup draw in Washington DC, Tuchel said: "If this is what helps us later in matches when they come on, we have to consider it a possibility." However, he also emphasized that his priority is to get the players out onto the pitch to feel the energy and give the team energy from the bench.
The recent Pitches in Peril report found that 10 of the 16 venues for the World Cup are at "very high risk of experiencing extreme heat stress conditions." Tuchel acknowledged that the heat will have an impact on the intensity of the matches, reducing the amount of intensive runs, offensively and defensively.
"We need to adapt and prepare the players as good as possible," he said. "We've put a lot of effort into it, and we will be ready when the tournament starts." The manager also discussed scheduling headaches and traveling large distances between venues, saying that he wants his team to accept difficulties but believes that with the right mindset, they can overcome them.
Tuchel has revealed that he knows who he wants on his World Cup squad, including Phil Foden and Jude Bellingham, but is taking a cautious approach in announcing the final selection. The England manager expressed confidence that his team can win the tournament for the first time since 1966, saying: "We've got closer, we've got better. For my belief, I needed the camps in September, October, November, and the way the camps, the results, and the group went together."
In terms of potential opponents for England's friendly matches before the World Cup, Tuchel said that his team will wait until the draw but has a clear idea against whom they want to play. The manager is eager to prepare his team thoroughly for the tournament while also giving players opportunities to participate in other competitions.
The question on everyone's lips now is whether England can capitalize on their high seed and create an intimidating atmosphere at the World Cup, with many experts predicting that no one wants to face them. With Tuchel's emphasis on squad selection, team spirit, and adaptability, it seems likely that this will be a unique and compelling tournament for football fans worldwide.
In light of the extreme heat expected during the World Cup, other teams may be taking precautions of their own. While England is preparing to take on the challenge head-on, the rest of the world can only wait with bated breath to see how it all unfolds.
... like, who does that? And then it made me think about how crazy the World Cup is gonna be in 2026 - I mean, playing in the States during the summer? That's just asking for heat stroke! Tuchel is smart to consider keeping subs indoors, though. Can you imagine if England's squad was like a bunch of sweaty messes out there on the field 
... anyway, I'm more excited about the possibility of Jude Bellingham being on that team 
I mean, we've got a talented squad and Tuchel's strategy is gonna be super interesting to watch. But what's up with keeping subs indoors in the heat tho? I get that it's hot, but isn't that kinda undermining the whole "being on the pitch" thing? 
Still, if it means we come out on top, idc 
so its gonna be a sauna in usa they better provide some shade or like indoor games for subs lol 
. England's got some fire talents like Phil Foden and Jude Bellingham, so fingers crossed they can bring home that first World Cup win since 1966 
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. Is England gonna win the World Cup? Who knows? But one thing's for sure, their squad selection process sounds like a major chess match 
. It's good that England's manager, Thomas Tuchel, is considering keeping his subs indoors during matches to keep them safe from the heat. But at the same time, it'll be a real bummer if they can't get out onto the pitch and feel the energy of the crowd 
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I'm glad they're taking precautions, but I hope they don't end up playing all their matches indoors 
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️. Tuchel seems like a top-notch manager, and his team looks solid... but we'll just have to wait and see how it all plays out 
. Plus, this means they're thinking ahead and trying to adapt, which is really admirable. And who knows, maybe the weather will actually bring some extra energy to the matches? 
It's all about perspective, right? We gotta consider the bigger picture – the players' well-being and the future of the sport. Let's hope England's squad selection and team spirit bring them success! 
heat's a serious concern, especially in the states where it's gonna be scorching 
and we didn't have all these safety nets like we do now. We just got on with it! 
So I was reading about this and I'm like "10 out of 16 stadiums at high risk of heat stress? That's crazy!" 
england's squad staying indoors during matches due to heatwave 
10 out of 16 venues at high risk?! that's crazy 
. tuchel's cautious approach makes sense tho 
. Can't blame Tuchel for wanting to keep his subs indoors when that's what they need to stay safe.
anyway, i love how confident tuchel is about his team winning the tournament for the first time in ages 
let's see if they can make it happen!!! 
. Hopefully, England's squad is ready for this challenge and can bring home that first World Cup win in ages! 
gotta give credit to tuchel for prioritizing his players' safety over just trying to win at all costs 
maybe other teams can take note and adapt as well 
. Can't say I've got any faith that these players are going to be able to replicate that energy from under a tent 
. And what about the fans? Do we really want to be stuck indoors watching a game like some sort of heat-induced coma patient? Not exactly the most thrilling prospect for me... 