FIFA hydration breaks spark backlash and blamed for killing momentum at World Cup
A World Cup match between Curacao and Germany was interrupted by hydration breaks, sparking criticism from fans and commentators. The match, which saw a surprise goal from Curacao, was disrupted by the officiating decision.
Why it matters
It highlights the ongoing debate regarding player welfare versus the flow and entertainment value of professional sports.
Curacao fans went wild. The Germans were in shock. Livano Comenencia had scored a goal for the smallest nation by population to ever qualify for the World Cup against four-time champion Germany. At 1-1 in Houston a famous upset looked possible. Then ... [4949 chars]
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