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FIFA has announced three-minute hydration breaks in each half of every game at the 2026 World Cup, regardless of weather conditions. The pauses will occur around the 22-minute mark to prioritize player safety and provide recovery time. This change aims to make schedules more predictable for broadcasters while addressing heat risks at the tournament.
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FIFA is reportedly evaluating a revision to the 2026 World Cup seeding process that could place Italy in Pot 1 based on world rankings, even if they qualify via play-offs. This comes as Italy trails Norway in Group I qualifying. The proposal aims to base all pots on FIFA rankings rather than qualification routes.