Yahoo Sports reports: FIFA had confirmed that they would scrap the hydration break during Mexico’s World Cup round of 32 tie against Ecuador, only to reverse their decision moments later. Kick-off was delayed at the Azteca Stadium due to an electrical storm in the area that prevented the players from going onto the pitch to warm up.
sports | sports | Yahoo Sports | July 1, 2026 1:51 AM
FIFA reverse decision to scrap hydration break after Mexico vs Ecuador delayed due to electrical storm
FIFA had confirmed that they would scrap the hydration break during Mexico’s World Cup round of 32 tie against Ecuador, only to reverse their decision moments later. Kick-off was delayed at the Azteca Stadium due to an electrical storm in the area that prevented the players from going onto the pitch to warm up.
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