Fox versus Telemundo: How hydration breaks and commercials are disrupting World Cup viewing
Key takeaways
- Fox is under fire for missing on-field action during the first match of the World Cup last week. .
- Many sports fans were irate when the network aired a full-screen ad when play resumed after a water break during last Thursday’s Mexico–South Africa match.
- In the second half, the referee called for the newly instated hydration break, but the call came during a replay, which led to a miscommunication over when the three-minute break actually started.
Mexico’s head coach Javier Aguirre talks with his players during the hydration break in the 2026 World Cup Group. A football match between Mexico and South Africa at the Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City on June 11, 2026. (Photo by Yuri CORTEZ / AFP via Getty Images) By Cerys Davies Staff Writer Follow June 16, 2026 7:44 AM PT 2 4 min Click here to listen to this article Share via Close extra sharing options Email Facebook X Linked In Threads Reddit Whats App Copy Link URL Copied! Print 0:00 0:00 1x This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here.
Fox is under fire for missing on-field action during the first match of the World Cup last week. .
Many sports fans were irate when the network aired a full-screen ad when play resumed after a water break during last Thursday’s Mexico–South Africa match.