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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.

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