Jordan Henderson emphasizes England's heat acclimatization in Florida
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 9:09 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Jordan Henderson has called on England's players to acclimatize to the intense heat in Florida ahead of the World Cup. With many squad members already in the U.S. and temperatures reaching 32C during training, Henderson stresses the importance of adapting to the conditions. Five players, including Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka, are set to join the team later this week. England's first warm-up matches are scheduled against New Zealand on June 6 and Costa Rica on June 10, before opening their tournament against Croatia on June 17 in Dallas, Texas.
- •Henderson urges players to expose themselves to Florida heat.
- •Temperatures reached 32C during England's training session.
- •Five players will join the squad later this week.
- •England's warm-up games are on June 6 and June 10.
- •England faces Croatia on June 17 in their opening match.
- 9:09 PMBBC Sport — England players will be ready for heat, says Henderson
"Jordan Henderson urges England's players to expose themselves to the sweltering Florida conditions so they can acclimatise to the intense heat expected at the World Cup.
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