Pep Guardiola has warned his Manchester City squad to prepare for intense conditions during their clash with Juventus in Orlando.
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Both clubs have already secured their last-16 places with six points but will now compete for top spot in Group A.
The match will be played in extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach 33°C (91°F) at Camping World Stadium.
Guardiola said he’s planning his line-up around the high temperatures and expects to make significant second-half changes.
He stated that all teams must adapt and advised fans to bring water, hats, and towels to cope with conditions.
City will be without suspended Rico Lewis and injured Claudio Echeverri, who is sidelined for the rest of the tournament.
Guardiola also addressed a viral beach football video, calling it part of workload management for his players.
He explained the emotional toll of the season prompted him to prioritize rest and mental recovery for his squad, reports France 24.
Guardiola added some players had no break due to international duty, so maintaining fitness and morale was essential.
Juventus manager Igor Tudor also plans changes but confirmed they’re fully committed to winning the group-stage showdown.
Tudor praised City’s dominance and Guardiola’s coaching, saying his players are eager to prove themselves in a huge match.
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