The introduction of hydration breaks have become a hot topic. Here are the pros and cons according to those involved in matches.

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.

FOXBOROUGH, Massachusetts, June 22 : Hydration breaks introduced at this World Cup are affecting matches more than initially thought and break the momentum of a game, England…

FIFA’s compulsory hydration breaks meant to protect players at the ongoing World Cup have become an unexpected talking points

The mandatory breaks have proven increasingly unpopular as the tournament has progressed.

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

The introduction of hydration breaks have become a hot topic. Here are the pros and cons according to those involved in matches.

Un análisis acerca de las nuevas interrupciones en los partidos de la Copa del Mundo.

No matter the conditions, and no matter the fact they ruin the flow of a game, hydration breaks dictate that play is stopped for three minutes.