The recent Club World Cup match between Chelsea and Flamengo was held in Philadelphia under extreme heat conditions, with temperatures reaching 39C, prompting Pennsylvania to declare a Heat Health Emergency. Specialist cooling centres were established to protect the public, and even the sniffer dogs at the stadium were outfitted with Crocs to shield their paws from the scorching pavement. Players, including Bayern Munich's Harry Kane, suffered from dehydration, making the heat a significant factor affecting performance during the matches.
Sniffer dogs stationed around the stadium have been spotted wearing Crocs to shield their paws from the red-hot pavements.
The state of Pennsylvania declared a Heat Health Emergency' meaning specialist cooling centres were opened and water companies were temporarily banned from cutting off service.
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane said he came off cramping with dehydration after both of his appearances so far.
Chelsea players were reportedly greeted by the unusual sight ahead of their 3-1 defeat to Flamengo.
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