Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca criticized the numerous weather-related delays at the Club World Cup, calling them a "joke" and questioning the suitability of some American cities to host major tournaments. Six games have been interrupted by storms, including a near two-hour delay for Chelsea's match. Maresca highlighted the disruption to gameplay and players' focus caused by these lengthy stoppages. While acknowledging the competition's quality, he expressed concerns about the frequent suspensions, suggesting they are not standard in major football events like the World Cup or European leagues. Chelsea won their match in extra time, but the extended delays significantly impacted the flow of the game.

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