Preparations for Wednesday’s World Cup clash between DR Congo and Portugal were affected by bad weather conditions in the United States.
Following thunderstorms in Palm Beach that disrupted the Leopards and the Selecao’s schedules, both teams are now facing new weather alerts in Houston, the host city for the match.
U.S. weather services are forecasting the arrival of the season’s first tropical storm on the Gulf of Mexico coast on the very day of the match.
The National Hurricane Center has issued a watch bulletin warning of the risk of heavy rainfall, flash floods, and flooding.
The Houston metropolitan area is located in a region classified as one of the most vulnerable to such severe weather.
Despite these forecasts, tournament organizers are currently proceeding with plans to hold the match at NRG Stadium.
Authorities are closely monitoring the evolving weather situation, while both teams finalize their preparations for this highly anticipated group stage match.
