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FIFA hydration breaks have sparked criticism. But what do they actually do?

For the first time in World Cup history, FIFA is mandating all soccer players take hydration breaks to protect them from the threats of extreme heat. But the new rule has sparked criticism.

FIFA hydration breaks have sparked criticism. But what do they actually do?
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For the first time in World Cup history, FIFA is mandating all soccer players take hydration breaks to protect them from the threats of extreme heat. But the new rule has sparked criticism.

(Image credit: Julio Cortez)

Originally published at NPR World

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