FIFA: Each match of the World Cup will have three minutes of break in each half

FIFA announced on Sunday the introduction of a three-minute hydration break in the middle of each half of the matches at the 2026 World Cup. Essentially, the games will be divided into four segments, similar to basketball or American football. The measure, discussed over the weekend with coaches and broadcasters, received general approval, including from the FIFA medical team, being presented as a decision for the safety of players, but with obvious tactical effects for teams.