Football: two matches moved back by an hour in Eswatini
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Times of Eswatini
Eswatini’s Premier League has moved two matches scheduled for Sunday at Mayaluka Stadium back by an hour because of a heatwave. Former national team doctor Melusi Lukhele also recommends increased hydration with electrolytes and recovery breaks, reports Times of Eswatini.
Melusi Lukhele, a former doctor for Eswatini’s national football team and former team doctor at Mbabane Highlanders, has advised clubs to increase players’ hydration before the fourth round of the MTN Premier League because of a heatwave in the country, reports Times of Eswatini. In particular, he recommends drinking enough in the 24 hours before the match.
The former doctor also recommends short breaks to cool down and drink during matches, the presence of medical staff and ice packs, as well as shorter warm-ups away from direct sunlight. Electrolytes help replace those lost through sweating, he explained.
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