FIFA U-turns on water bottle policy in US, Canada stadiums

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: June 7, 2026Country: United States, Canada

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FIFA U-turns on water bottle policy in US, Canada stadiums

FIFA reversed its ban on reusable water bottles in World Cup 2026 stadiums in the US and Canada after backlash. Fans may now bring one factory-sealed soft plastic 20-ounce (590ml) disposable water bottle. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani praised the decision. The policy for Mexico stadiums was not mentioned.

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