The Football Association of Malawi has told clubs, players, supporters and match officials to take precautions, while the Super League delays kick-offs to avoid the worst of the heat.
Malawi’s football authorities have moved to protect players, officials and fans from the scorching temperatures sweeping the country, ordering a package of safety measures for matches.
The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has advised clubs, players, supporters and match officials to take precautionary steps in response to the heatwave.
In a statement, the body set out measures to safeguard the health and safety of players and match officials.
Chief among them are mandatory cooling breaks in both halves, “preferably in the 25th and 70th minutes”, with extra measures taken where necessary depending on the weather.
Clubs must also provide enough drinking water for players and technical officials before, during and after matches to prevent dehydration.
Match organisers have been told to ensure medical staff and first aid facilities are on hand to respond quickly to heat-related emergencies.
“All clubs, match commissioners and referees are urged to cooperate in implementing these precautionary measures throughout the period of high temperatures,” the statement said. “Football safety remains everyone’s responsibility.”
The Super League of Malawi (Sulom) says it has already acted with delaying kick-offs from 2.30pm to 3pm being part of the measures.
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