
So far, England have had to contend with some difficult conditions at this summer's World Cup, but their semi-final clash against Argentina will provide some much-needed respite.
From the high altitude in Mexico to the searing heat of Miami's Hard Rock Stadium, where temperatures reached 33°C during their quarter-final match with Norway, England have battled the elements of late.
After a long and demanding season, some players have looked leggy at times. Certainly, the draining 120-minute win over Norway was far from ideal ahead of their upcoming semi-final in Atlanta.
Some good news, however, is that the Mercedes-Benz Stadium is fully equipped to deal with high temperatures. In fact, it is one of only three venues at the tournament with air-conditioning.
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The 75,000-capacity ground features a pinwheel-style retractable roof and an industrial system that provides climate control throughout, so when temperatures exceed 32°C, the roof is closed and the air conditioning maintains a cool environment.
Compared to games against Mexico and Norway, the weather will be a breeze for Thomas Tuchel's side against Argentina, according to former USA international Jonathan Spector, who also played for Manchester United.
Speaking exclusively to SPORTbible via betFIRST sport ahead of the semi-final, Spector gave an insight into what England should expect on Wednesday.
"I don't think they have to worry about the heat," he said.
"We're in an air-conditioned stadium, the conditions are perfect, there's no humidity and they've got a beautiful grass surface to play on. Nothing in terms of the climate that should affect the team in any way.
"So, it's very much conditions that I think will suit England. I think maybe the difference is they're still training in Miami, so they'll be travelling in for the game, whereas Argentina is going to be based here in Atlanta, so they won't have to travel in.
"However, it seems to have worked so far for England, travelling in for the matches, playing and then getting out of there."
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England versus Argentina will be played at a 'perfect temperature'
Asked if there's any humidity in the stadium when the roof is closed, Spector was emphatic in his response.
"No, having been in the stadium, there is no greenhouse effect at all because of the air conditioning that's being pumped through," he said. "You have to remember, this is a brand new stadium, so the air conditioning in there works extremely well.
"I won't try and go into any technical details of it other than the fact that I've been in the stadium for each and every game, but there is no heat, there is no humidity. You're constantly playing at a perfect temperature, if you will, of 68 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit, so that won't have any impact.
"I think, compared to Azteca, compared to the match in Miami, there's a completely different atmosphere as well as the conditions."
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