You’re watching an exciting brand of soccer. Both teams are flying up and down the field, racing to get looks at the goal and put points on the board.
Each half is 45 minutes, granted there isn’t additional minutes put on the board. After the 45th minute, and whatever extra time is on the clock, comes the halftime break.
It’s the time to grab your snacks, refill your beverages and use the restroom. But be swift. You don’t have all the time in the world, there’s a game to get back to.
Here’s how much time you have during the halftime break of a FIFA World Cup match:
How long is halftime at FIFA World Cup match?
Halftime for a FIFA World Cup match is 15 minutes.
This is standard for all World Cup matches, until the World Cup final.
During the World Cup final, halftime will be extended to 25 to 30 minutes.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY Sports: How long is halftime during a FIFA World Cup match?
About the Author
