Greed or player health? ‘Damaging’ World Cup drinks breaks under spotlight
DALLAS, United States (AFP) — Virgil van Dijk does not like them, fans have started booing them, and many critics say they are ruining the World Cup. Hydration breaks last just a total of six minutes during a match, but they stand accused of fundamentally changing the nature of football at the sport's ultimate showpiece. "Hydration breaks are a bit interesting," said Netherlands captain Van Dijk, whose side drew 2-2...