Arsene Wenger says FIFA will assess the impact of the hydration breaks introduced at the 2026 World Cup, after the breaks drew criticism and were not universally popular with players, coaches, and fans. Speaking ahead of the tournament’s conclusion, Wenger acknowledges that the mandatory breaks have “split opinion,” and he frames the post-tournament review as an evidence-based step toward deciding whether the breaks continue in their current form or are adjusted. Multiple outlets report that FIFA required a three-minute hydration break midway through each half of every World Cup match. While the policy was implemented as a standard across games, sources agree it did not receive broad approval. Wenger’s comments indicate FIFA plans to analyse effects on match flow, conditions, and other considerations before making future decisions. The reporting is consistent across outlets: FIFA will review the breaks’ impact after the tournament, but no final decision has been announced about whether similar hydration breaks will be used at future events.