Three races, three “bells”: Extreme weather events in the US raise concern for the 2026 World Cup!

The Club World Cup 2025 It has started for a few days in the United States of America with high expectations – which have not been justified for the time being – but also with … high temperatures! The first days of the event have already been stigmatized by extreme weatherwith three matches directly affected by storms, warnings for tornadoes and unbearable heat. This, of course, has caused strong reflection, as the 2026 World Cup will take place in the same period in the same areas.

The beginning was in Cincinnati, where the match Salzburg-Patsuka (2-1) interrupted for more than 90 minutes due to heavy rainfall and lightning. Followed the clash Ulsan-Mamelodi Santauns (0-1) in Orlando, which began with a one -hour delay due to warning for tornado.

The third incident occurred in New Jersey, where Palmeira prevailed Al Ahli with 2-0but the race was interrupted in the 63rd minute for about 45 minutes due to warning for extreme weather. Although, it finally did not dirty, Protocol was activated And the players temporarily left the field.

Beyond the storms, the unbearable heat and moisture They are a daily problem for players and coaches. In Pasandina, during the race Paris Saint-Germain-Atletiko Madrid (4-0), the temperature reached 31 ° C, but the perceived temperature exceeded 38 ° C. Luis Enrique did not cheat his words: ‘It is impossible to play 90 minutes with such heat”

Experts point out that the months of June and July are Particularly unstable in the US, with frequent storms, high humidity and dangerous indexes. In Los Angeles, for example, exposure to the sun can cause burns in less than 15 minutes.

What does this mean for the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup will take place in the US, Mexico and Canada, at the same time as this year’s club tournaments. In Miami, average temperatures in July reach 32 ° C, while in Los Angeles range between 25 and 28 ° C, with probability of heat waves. In Mexico, the event will coincide with the era of cyclone.

The first indications from the World Cup of Associations operate as Warning bell for FIFA and the organizing countries. The need to adjust the hours, enhancement of security protocols and protecting players’ health is now more urgent than ever.