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Harry Kane Says Heat Conditions at Club World Cup Will Prepare England for Next Year’s World Cup
England captain Harry Kane has stated that the extreme temperatures expected during the upcoming Club World Cup in America will be beneficial for the national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup next summer, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
“I’m not worried. It’s part of football. Adaptability is key,” Kane told Mail Sport. “This experience will serve me and other England players well as we prepare for next summer. There’s something special about these tournaments, and next year will be no different.”
Kane, who scored for Bayern Munich in a match where they defeated Boca Juniors in Miami to secure a spot in the knockout stages, reflected on the physical toll of playing in hot conditions, especially as temperatures hover around 30°C, with a heatwave forecasted for the coming week. The Federation of Football and Climate Groups has highlighted that 10 of the upcoming Club World Cup matches are at risk of extreme heat, with temperatures possibly reaching 41°C.
He emphasized that the team is viewing this tournament as a valuable learning experience, particularly under coach Thomas Tuchel, as they gear up for the challenges next summer.
Preparing for the Heat
Harry Kane believes that competing under intense heat conditions will benefit England players for the upcoming World Cup.
England is expected to return to North America for the World Cup under coach Thomas Tuchel.
A strong heatwave with temperatures reaching up to 41°C is predicted in the United States next week.
“We haven’t discussed it in detail yet, but we’ll address how to cope with the heat during upcoming training camps,” Kane added. “All these experiences are part of our preparation for next summer, and we have to use them to our advantage.”
Tuchel has predicted that the players will endure significant discomfort during the tournament, and warnings have been issued that many of the World Cup stadiums could see dangerously high temperatures during the event.