Routine reduces World Cup delays
In the 2026 World Cup, strict measures were implemented to reduce time wastage, including the use of countdown timers during free kicks and substitutions. This led to a decrease in added time to 5-6 minutes, compared to previous instances where extra time exceeded 10 minutes. This change was due to the decision by FIFA's referee committee head, Pierluigi Collina, to combat frequent stoppages. As a result, the average match duration decreased to about 96 minutes, with fewer interruptions caused by injuries and substitutions, which contributed to smoother gameplay.
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