The breaks, which take place in the 22nd and 67th minutes of every game, are a new addition for the 2026 tournament.

The hydration breaks introduced for this year’s World Cup break games down into four quarters, with an extra three-minute stoppage in each half

The rule has drawn criticism from some of football's most prominent figures, who argue that it changes the dynamics of matches.

Hydration breaks have been loudly booed by fans at the World Cup