England fans boo hydration break during World Cup opener against Croatia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:13 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
During the World Cup opener against Croatia, England fans voiced their discontent with a hydration break that occurred while the Three Lions were leading 1-0. Harry Kane scored from the penalty spot after Dominik Livakovic was penalized, but the pause in play led to a chorus of boos from the crowd in Dallas. There has been ongoing debate regarding the necessity of these breaks, especially in air-conditioned venues with temperatures under 25 degrees Celsius. FIFA has determined that all games will continue to include hydration breaks, regardless of the conditions. Fans and commentators have called for common sense in assessing when such breaks are necessary.
- •England leads Croatia 1-0 during the hydration break.
- •Harry Kane scored from the penalty spot after a second attempt.
- •Hydration breaks are controversial, with calls for review based on conditions.
- •FIFA confirmed hydration breaks will continue in all matches.
- 9:13 PMYahoo Sports — England fans boo hydration break during World Cup opener vs Croatia
"England fans made their feelings clear on the hydration break that took place during their World Cup opener against Croatia. The Three Lions were leading 1-0 at the time after Harry Kane was able to score from the penalty spot at the second attempt after Dominik Livakovic was penalised for coming off his line too early.
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