June 24 : FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended the introduction of hydration breaks at the World Cup, insisting that for football's governing body they are driven purely by sporting considerations and not commercial interests.Mandatory three-minute breaks, introduced in the 22nd and 67th minutes of ev

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

FIFA announced in December that all 104 World Cup matches will pause for three-minute hydration breaks - but pundits and supporters have made their feelings known about them

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