There is already a growing buzz around next summer’s World Cup. The tournament will take place across the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Many players have started to think about the conditions, the pressure, and the spotlight that will come with it.
However, one moment from this summer still lingers in the minds of several England stars. During the Club World Cup final, the winners’ podium scene took a strange turn.
A surprise arrival from the President of the United States left players confused. Also, it left the dressing room with a story that refuses to fade away.
The heat was another major talking point. England players described the conditions as brutal. Temperatures pushed beyond 30 degrees. The pitches also caused problems.
The surface made simple movements harder than usual. Furthermore, training sessions became survival tests rather than tactical work.
The World Cup next summer will bring the same challenges. Teams will need to adjust fast. Also, coaching staff expect the early days to be physically demanding.
Now, one England star is eager to meet the USA president Donald Trump again just as he did this summer while lifting the Club World Cup.
But next time, he wants to see Harry Kane lift the coveted FIFA World Cup just like so many other England fans in the country.
Reece James was one of the players who stood beside Donald Trump during the trophy celebration. The Chelsea captain joked that he did not know what to say at the time.
Meanwhile, as per The Standard, he suggested that the pressure should fall on Harry Kane if England lift the World Cup next year.
James made it clear that he will not plan any speech. Also, he hopes England avoid the awkwardness of another unexpected visit. However, he admitted that Kane can handle it better.
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