Jurgen Klopp supports hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 8:45 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Jurgen Klopp has expressed support for hydration breaks implemented during the ongoing 2026 World Cup. FIFA's rules pause matches approximately 22 minutes into each half for players to rehydrate, which some fans argue disrupts the flow of the game. Klopp acknowledges the benefits of hydration breaks for players and coaches, although he recognizes fan frustrations, particularly regarding the timing and commercialization. UEFA has stated that these breaks will not be introduced at the upcoming Euro 2028 tournament, set to take place in the UK and Republic of Ireland.
- •Hydration breaks occur around 22 minutes into each half at the World Cup.
- •Klopp believes they benefit players and coaches despite fan frustrations.
- •Some fans have booed the breaks due to interruptions in gameplay.
- •UEFA confirms no plans for hydration breaks at Euro 2028.
- 8:45 AMYahoo Sports — Jurgen Klopp jokes that hydration breaks at the World Cup are ‘a welcome break’
"The advent of the hydration break in soccer has sparked major debate during the 2026 World Cup but former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is in favor of them. FIFA rules mean that soccer games during the World Cup will be paused around 22 minutes into each half to allow players to take on board fluids and rehydrate in hot conditions.
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