'Not football' - Maresca questions Club World Cup hosts after 'joke' delay
Published: 6/29/2025

Several Club World Cup matches experienced significant stoppages due to adverse weather conditions like heavy rain and storms. Teams like Benfica, Mamelodi Sundowns, and Chelsea faced delays ranging from 40 to 90 minutes. Challenges with extreme heat have also affected training sessions for teams like Chelsea in Philadelphia. Possible solutions include considering stadium roofs and alternative timing for tournaments to ensure player and fan safety.