Chelsea star Enzo Fernández shares candid opinion on FIFA Club World Cup

Despite his young age, Enzo Fernández has already achieved major success at both the club and international level. The former World Cup champion is enjoying a strong run with Chelsea, having helped the team reach the FIFA Club World Cup final after a semifinal win over Fluminense.

Enzo has made a significant impact on the team under Maresca's leadership, having been named captain just a year ago. He played a key role in helping Chelsea win the UEFA Conference League last season, and now sets his sights on claiming their first FIFA Club World Cup title. However, the path won't be easy, as they face former Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain in the final.

Nevertheless, even though Chelsea's run in the tournament on U.S. soil may sound like a fairy tale, Argentine star Enzo Fernández has made comments that have stirred debate about the tournament's structure and playing conditions.

Playing conditions raise concerns among Club World Cup players

It's no secret that summer temperatures in the United States are extremely high and can affect both players and spectators alike. This has become a major point of criticism from players, who argue that such conditions make it difficult to perform at the highest level.

For this reason, Enzo Fernández spoke to reporters ahead of the final, which will be played at MetLife Stadium. In his remarks, he addressed the stifling summer heatwave affecting the U.S. and the challenges that players must overcome to perform under such extreme conditions.

"Honestly, the heat is incredible. The other day, I had to lie down on the ground because I was really dizzy," claimed Fernandez. Then he sent a stern warning to the organizers of this tournament, saying that it is dangerous.

"Playing in this temperature is very dangerous, it's very dangerous. Moreover, for the spectacle, for the people who come to enjoy the stadium, for the people who watch it at home." He added, "The game, the speed of the game, is not the same. Everything becomes very slow," making it clear that the tournament's conditions have impacted the overall spectacle.

Fernández isn't the only Chelsea player expressing concern. Teammate Levi Colwill also shared his thoughts, backing the Argentine's criticism. "Some places have been really hot, the last round was hot, and I was stuck watching it, and I was thinking: 'Wow, this is so tough.' I felt bad for them, but they managed it really well." Colwill told the BBC.

Final Countdown: Chelsea vs PSG Set for Club World Cup Clash

Two giants collide as Chelsea and PSG face off in a high-stakes FIFA Club World Cup Final, with glory and history on the line. Both teams are coming off impressive seasons. Paris Saint-Germain celebrated their first-ever UEFA Champions League title, while Chelsea secured the UEFA Conference League trophy.

Historically, Paris Saint-Germain has had the upper hand against Chelsea, remaining unbeaten in their last five encounters with two wins and three draws. However, the final is a different stage, where both teams will fight for ultimate glory. Chelsea will rely on key players such as Enzo Fernández, Moisés Caicedo, and Cole Palmer, while PSG brings Ousmane Dembélé, Willian Pacho, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

The final will take place on Sunday, with the main question being: who will prove to be the best team in the world. However, the tournament hasn't been without controversy, and the forecast for the final includes high temperatures and intense humidity, conditions that could impact the match.