What's offside? And all your other World Cup questions, answered

This World Cup has prompted some questions we simply can’t answer for you. Can anyone stop Messi? Does Merlin the duck like wearing that jersey? What happens if the Congo’s statue fan has to sneeze? READ: Messi first to score in 7 straight World Cup games That said, if you’re a first-time football watcher still confused by all this footie, we’re here to help! Free kicks, hydration breaks, stoppage time … there’s a lot to know. We put out a call for your burning World Cup questions — and we’ll keep answering them if you have more. We’re compiling answers […]... Keep on reading: What's offside? And all your other World Cup questions, answered