Heat and humidity complicate World Cup quarterfinal for Norway, England
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 8:26 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Norway and England face a challenging World Cup quarterfinal match on July 11 in Miami Gardens, Florida, as temperatures reach 92 degrees Fahrenheit. High humidity makes it feel like 104 F, impacting player preparations. Norway manager Ståle Solbakken has favored lighter training, while England arrived later in the week after acclimatizing in Palm Beach Gardens. Both teams are adapting to the extreme conditions ahead of the match.
- •Match occurs on July 11 in Miami Gardens, Florida.
- •Norway and England are competing in a World Cup quarterfinal.
- •Temperatures at kickoff are 92 F, feeling like 104 F with humidity.
- •Norway has prioritized rest and hydration in training.
- •England trained earlier in cooler conditions before arriving in Miami.
- 8:26 PMYahoo Sports — Heat and humidity make World Cup quarterfinal challenge for Norway, England even tougher
"Carla Gregory was fighting the heat even before watching the World Cup quarterfinal between England and Norway on Saturday. "I can’t imagine playing 90 minutes in it,” said Gregory, who came to the U.S. with her husband from their home in Telford, England to follow their team through the World Cup.
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