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FIFA to review World Cup hydration breaks post-tournament

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 11:31 AM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

FIFA to review World Cup hydration breaks post-tournament

Summary

Ahead of the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, FIFA's Arsene Wenger stated that hydration breaks did not affect match results. Introduced as mandatory, these three-minute breaks split games into segments and have drawn mixed responses from players and coaches. Some found them disruptive while others acknowledged their necessity in extreme heat. Wenger emphasized that a thorough analysis will follow the tournament to assess the impact of these breaks.

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By the Numbers

•Hydration breaks were mandatory at the World Cup.
•Wenger stated breaks did not affect match outcomes.
•Opinions on breaks varied significantly among coaches.
•Analysis of the breaks' impact is planned after the tournament.

Latest Updates

11:31 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup Hydration Breaks Didn't Impact Results But Their Future Is Undecided, Top FIFA Official Says

What they're saying

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Speaking ahead of Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at the New York New Jersey Stadium, former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger said FIFA would review the hydration breaks after the tournament, before taking a decision on whether to use them in future competitions.
— Yahoo Sports

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