In a year, the World Championship for men's football will be decided in the USA, Mexico, and Canada. For some world stars, the summer's club team World Championship is good training to cope with the summer heat in the USA.
Dortmund posted a picture during the group stage match against the South African Mamelodi Sundowns on social media where the German club's substitutes were seen following the first half on a TV screen in the dressing room. This was to protect themselves from the sun and heat in Cincinnati.
It was tough for both teams, but our opponents are used to it. We definitely did not manage to deliver our best performance. It was not possible, says Niko Kovac, coach for Dortmund.
The match kicked off at 12 local time and then it was around 32 degrees hot. During the second half, the substitutes sat in the stands, but protected themselves with umbrellas. Other teams have also complained about the heat during the tournament. Especially in connection with the matches played in the afternoon.
Swedish national team player Daniel Svensson played 90 minutes for Dortmund, who won with 4–3.
