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Adverse weather causes delay in France vs Iraq World Cup match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 12:41 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Adverse weather causes delay in France vs Iraq World Cup match

Summary

The World Cup match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia on June 23 was interrupted due to adverse weather conditions. The match was suspended at halftime, with France leading 1-0 following a goal from Kylian Mbappé. Initially, FIFA announced a 30-minute suspension for lightning, but heavy rain extended the delay. Lincoln Financial Field advised fans not to travel as conditions deteriorated but reopened gates shortly after. The match will resume once conditions are deemed safe.

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Key Details

•Match suspended at halftime due to a thunderstorm warning.
•France leads 1-0 at the break with a goal from Kylian Mbappé.
•Delay extended due to persistent adverse weather conditions.
•Gates were initially closed, then reopened for fans.
•FIFA will resume the match when it's safe to do so.

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12:41 AMYahoo Sports — Adverse weather conditions force long interruption of France v Iraq

What they're saying

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Adverse weather conditions in Philadelphia forced a lengthy interruption of the World Cup match between France and Iraq on Monday. The match was suspended at half-time and the second half kicked off with a delay of almost two hours.
— Yahoo Sports

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