Gianni Infantino Defends World Cup Hydration Breaks Amid Pushback

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Gianni Infantino Defends World Cup Hydration Breaks Amid Pushback

FIFA introduced three-minute hydration breaks in every World Cup match, scheduled for the 22nd and 67th minutes, with time added to each half. Amid criticism from fans and former players worldwide, Infantino said “the main reason is the heat,” but equal conditions matter most. He insisted FIFA earns “absolutely nothing,” calling it “purely a sporting matter” for all teams.

By Nischay Rathore

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