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Infantino says FIFA will analyze using hydration breaks at future World Cups
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk James Robson, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on FIFA's decision-making process are available from the source, KSAT 12.
FIFA is considering the use of hydration breaks at future World Cups. The organization's president, Gianni Infantino, has defended the introduction of these breaks at the current tournament. The breaks, which occur midway through each half, have been met with backlash due to the extra stoppages in play.
Despite this, Infantino says FIFA will analyze their use and consider keeping them for future tournaments. Further details on FIFA's decision-making process are available from the source, KSAT 12. For more information on the potential future of hydration breaks at the World Cup, readers can consult the original report.
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Category: local Published: June 23, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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