FIFA President Gianni Infantino has spoken publicly about the planned hydration breaks and associated measures to be implemented during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

According to GoogleNewsEN, Infantino provided commentary to FOX Sports regarding the practical arrangements surrounding the tournament, which is scheduled to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico in 2026. Hydration breaks are reported to form part of broader preparations aimed at safeguarding player welfare amid the heat conditions anticipated at several host venues.

Infantino indicated, as reported by GoogleNewsEN, that player wellbeing constitutes a central priority in the organisation of the tournament. The introduction of hydration breaks is understood to have been considered in consultation with medical and sporting authorities.

Further substantive details regarding the specific content of Infantino’s remarks could not be independently verified on the basis of the available source material. FIFA could not be reached for additional comment.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the first edition of the tournament to feature 48 national teams, representing an expansion from the 32-team format of previous editions. The distribution of matches across three countries and multiple climate zones has been identified as a significant logistical and medical consideration for tournament organisers.