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World Cup Stoppage Time Debate Continues

Updated 2026-06-18 12:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Italian referee Pierluigi Collina introduced stricter stoppage time rules at this World Cup, aiming to reduce time-wasting. The effectiveness of these changes is being closely monitored.

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What's going on with stoppage time at the World Cup?

Pierluigi Collina decided to wage war on time-wasting at this World Cup, changing tack from the last tournament. But has it been a success so far?

2026-06-18 12:09 UTC