Juan Carlos Martínez Highlights Hydration Risks for Switzerland at World Cup

Juan Carlos Martínez, born in 1990 in Bujalance, serves as the physiotherapist for Switzerland at the 2026 World Cup. The tournament’s demanding schedule, extensive travel and rising temperatures put players’ fluid balance under pressure.

Martínez explains that frequent water breaks can delay muscle recovery and diminish performance. He stresses that hydration plans must be tailored to each athlete’s needs.