FIFA Mandates 3-Minute Breaks in 2026 World Cup

FIFA has announced mandatory 3-minute hydration breaks at the 22-minute mark for all matches during the 2026 World Cup, regardless of temperature and humidity conditions. This represents a significant departure from the traditional format of two 45-minute halves that has been in place since 1897. goldparty.lat

The move comes after the controversial introduction of hydration breaks during the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, which resulted in legal action from players who were concerned about FIFA's decision-making process. Players had successfully argued for automatic breaks at 32 degrees, but the new policy is more comprehensive and applies in all conditions.