World Cup 2026 Hydration Breaks: Players, Coaches, and Fans Weigh In

With the 2026 World Cup set to be hosted across North America, the debate over hydration breaks is heating up. During the 2022 Qatar tournament, FIFA introduced official stoppages for water breaks in group stage fixtures, and many expect similar measures for the next edition. Players like Lionel Messi and coaches such as Didier Deschamps have praised the breaks for maintaining performance levels in grueling heat, while some fans argue they disrupt the flow of the game. As the lineup for 2026 t...