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Explainer: Why referees are adding so much time at Qatar FIFA World Cup games

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 Referee Raphael Claus gives directions during the World Cup group B soccer match between England and Iran at the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, Qatar, Monday, Nov. 21, 2022. (AP Photo/Frank Augstein)

The ongoing 2022 World Cup has had many fans across the globe talking since its kick-off last Sunday in Qatar.

From the opening ceremony to Ecuador's victory, England's eight-goal thriller match win to Spain's magnificent 7-0 victory, Saudi Arabia's shocking favorites Argentina to Japan's thrilling win over Germany, fans have seen it all and talked it all over social media.

However, the most astonishing aspect of this year's World Cup is the long stoppage times witnessed in the majority of the games.

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