#match-scheduling

#match-scheduling

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup highlighted the severe impact of weather on match quality, with players experiencing vastly different conditions in various cities. Bad weather led to fixture pile-ups, particularly seen when Manchester City played in both Philadelphia and Atlanta, which had contrasting temperatures and stadium conditions. The intense heat affected performance, demonstrating that FIFA must carefully schedule matches during the upcoming 2026 World Cup to avoid similar issues and ensure fairness across teams.

Hansi Flick's frustration after Barcelona's victory stems from the scheduling of the match so soon after international fixtures, leading to a significant injury for Dani Olmo.