News · 6 June 2026

World Cup fans can now bring their own water

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Bad news for World Cup fans: you can no longer bring any water bottles into stadiums, raising health concerns. Fifa has made a U-turn on its previous policy, now forbidding all bottles, including reusable ones, due to missile throwing risk. Heat experts have criticised Fifa's recent ban on all bottles, warning of increased health risks for spectators.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 June 2026 at 7:35

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