From lunch to betting pools: how companies can use the 2026 World Cup as a tool for team building
Articles10 June 2026
We are working with El Financiero to understand how businesses can capitalise on this sporting event whilst complying with current legislation.
ECIJA Legal Costa Rica explained that, to allow employees to enjoy the 90 minutes of play, organisations may grant special leave provided that certain conditions are met:
- The employee must return to work immediately after the match ends.
- The employee must continue to perform the duties assigned before and after the match.
- The company must establish clear rules regarding whether the leave is granted with or without pay, or whether the time must be made up later.
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Go to the Report: Labour implications of the World Cup here
