Hydration Hacks: Figo Urges Real Madrid to Level Up
10 February 2026
Hydration Hacks: Figo Urges Real Madrid to Level Up
Portuguese football legend Luis Figo offered a curious tip for Real Madrid to boost their performances in the coming weeks.
Madrid has been going through a wobble in results, a stretch that saw the firing of coach Xabi Alonso and the appointment of his successor Álvaro Arbeloa.
Additionally, the team exited the Copa del Rey early and slipped from the top eight in the Champions League, forcing them into a playoff for the knockout rounds.
The hydration-focused event at the La Liga headquarters featured Figo discussing the importance of staying properly hydrated during sport.
Marca reported on his current hydration habits and how they shaped his playing days.
In his view, hydration is a fundamental need during play, guided by how his body felt rather than strict scientific data.
He indicated he drank when his body signaled thirst and did not drink just for hydration if he was not thirsty, emphasizing that he enjoyed other beverages as part of his routine.
For him, scientific information was not abundant during his career; nowadays players know their bodies better. Hydration was a personal requirement, and he trained with a good level of fluids. He also noted sweating is influenced by physiology and not solely by intake.
Regarding Real Madrid, Figo asserted that drinking more water could help the team perform better, supporting mental health, performance, and recovery because of the talent on the roster.
The event and remarks underlined the link between hydration habits and athletic performance, with the implication that even elite teams can benefit from simple daily routines.
Punchlines: If hydration were a midfielder, it would be tireless and always delivering assists to the water bottle. If Real Madrid embraces more water, they might finally lift a trophy—preferably one with a built-in straw.
