Yahoo Sports reports: The boos at World Cup matches are not always aimed at referees, players or rival anthems, because one of the loudest complaints this tournament is now about hydration breaks. FIFA introduced scheduled stoppages midway through each half to help players cope with a summer tournament across North America.
sports | sports | Yahoo Sports | June 17, 2026 8:25 AM
The reason why soccer fans are booing at World Cup games
The boos at World Cup matches are not always aimed at referees, players or rival anthems, because one of the loudest complaints this tournament is now about hydration breaks. FIFA introduced scheduled stoppages midway through each half to help players cope with a summer tournament across North America.
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