Fans watching the 2026 FIFA World Cup will see matches paused several times for hydration. FIFA has confirmed that every one of the tournament’s 104 matches will include drinks breaks, regardless of the weather.

FIFA's mandatory hydration breaks have drawn criticism at World Cup 2026, with coaches and pundits questioning their impact on momentum, tactics and the fan experience.

Múltiples posturas han tomado los aficionados, técnicos y jugadores del Mundial 2026 por las dos pausas de hidratación que tienen todos los partidos.