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The worst thing about America’s World Cup

French star Kylian Mbappe cools off during a hydration break in a match versus Iraq on June 22, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. | Hannah Peters/FIFA via Getty Images The World Cup is in full swing, and the vibes are mostly positive! Scottish tourists drank Boston dry, Mexico lifted a 40-year curse, and African teams have had a historic showing. But there is one pesky little thing that fans REALLY don’t like: hydration breaks, which are a new addition to the tournament this year. Players have complained that they break up the rhythm of the game, and fans believe they are nothing...