‘Doesn't look fun' – Fans fear for World Cup 2026 as suspended Club World Cup clash takes over THREE HOURS to complete
FANS are concerned about the 2026 World Cup after a Club World Cup match was suspended due to adverse weather conditions.
Red Bull Salzburg's clash with Mexican side Pachuca was suspended as torrential rain hit the TQL Stadium in Cincinnati.
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Salzburg were 1-0 up when the referee called a halt to proceedings in the 54th minute.
Officials were concerned about the conditions with electrical activity forcing them to stop the match.
US safety protocols mandate sporting events are suspended for at least 30 minutes if there is thunder and lightning.
Salzburg beat Pachuca 2-1 but the match took more than three hours to complete, sparking worries for the World Cup next year.
It comes after kick-off was delayed for another Club World Cup clash between Mamelodi Sundown and Ulsan HD.
Fans were a little taken aback by the incident and some thought about the implications for the World Cup, which takes place between June and July next year.
One reacted saying: "Can't be having this in the World Cup next year."
Another added: "Doesn't look fun."
A third wrote: "And these have the next World Cup pft."
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