Euro 2025 kicks off with extreme heat warnings
Temperatures are expected to reach up to 35C, with evening kick-offs still seeing temperatures around 30C, such as for Switzerland's opening game against Norway in Basel.
UEFA has relaxed security rules to allow supporters to bring water bottles into stadiums and will provide free sunscreen at fan parks.
Cooling breaks are permitted for players when temperatures exceed 35C, and referees can also decide to allow stoppages in extremely hot conditions.
Norway's English head coach, Gemma Grainger, stated that the weather is not an excuse and will be the same for both teams.
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