Germany trains in extreme heat ahead of World Cup opener against Curaçao

Germany conducted a training session in North Carolina under sweltering conditions, as temperatures exceeded 30 degrees Celsius. The team is preparing for its World Cup opener against Curaçao this Sunday in Houston, where the match will be played in an air-conditioned stadium. Forward Deniz Undav described his efforts to avoid heat exposure, even wearing a jacket outdoors, and is expected to start the match on the bench. Coach Julian Nagelsmann and players managed the heat with cooling methods, while the squad remains focused on their upcoming challenge.

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