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Why are there hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup, and why has FIFA been criticised?

All 104 matches at the 2026 World Cup are stopping for two hydration breaks. Why have they been stipulated by FIFA, and why have they been criticised?

England's 2026 World Cup squad: All 26 players picked by Thomas Tuchel and why

ESPN takes a look at every player named in the England squad for the 2026 World Cup.

Free World Cup 2026 predictor: Simulate your road to the final

Put your football knowledge to the test with ESPN's free World Cup 2026 predictor games and forecast every twist and turn of the tournament.

World Cup permutations - What does every African team need to progress?

Here's what each of the 10 African teams needs to qualify for the Last 32 after their first two matches.

World Cup VAR review: Why was Almiron sent off for covering mouth?

For the tournament, we are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process in terms of both VAR protocol and the laws of the game.

2026 World Cup: How teams can advance to the knockout rounds

Who can secure qualification before the group stage ends, and whose World Cup dreams could be shattered? Here's what you need to know.