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Hydration breaks have been introduced by FIFA for the 2026 World Cup, but the new addition has proved somewhat controversial. FIFA confirmed in December last year that drinks breaks would be introduced at the World Cup as temperatures in 14 of the 16 venues in use for the soccer tournament will reach 'dangerous levels'.
FIFA’s mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup have sparked growing debate among fans unhappy with the tournament’s new broadcast interruptions.
Germany, the favourites for Group E, begin their tournament with a thumping 7-1 victory over tournament debutants Curacao
