A statement from the Confederation of African Football says the average temperature over the next month is expected to be between 35-38 degrees Celsius with an average humidity of 40-60%.
• At this level, Fifa recommends three-minute rest-and-refreshing breaks in the 30th and 75th minutes —
Team participating in the Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt have been warned about the heat over the next month as players face the possibility of playing in extreme temperatures.
A statement from the Confederation of African Football says the average temperature over the next month is expected to be between 35-38 degrees Celsius with an average humidity of 40-60%.
“This would give a high wet bulb globe temperature (WBGT) index reading above 32 degrees,” it said.
Environmental measures that incorporates temperature, humidity, wind speed, sun angle and cloud cover.
“It is certain that most teams will be aware of this and will train accordingly,” said CAF. “At this level, Fifa recommends three-minute rest-and-refreshing breaks in the 30th and 75th minutes. These breaks must require the provision of cold containers on wheels to put crushed ice, drinks for referees and small towels cold and wet to place around the neck for 26 people (four referees and 22 players).”
