France-Iraq soccer match may face thunderstorm delays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 6:39 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The France-Iraq match scheduled for today could be delayed due to a thunderstorm affecting the area around Lincoln Financial Field. Reports indicate heavy rain has prompted officials to advise spectators to seek shelter, and gate openings are expected to be pushed back. While no official confirmation of the delay has been issued, several outlets anticipate changes to the match schedule as conditions evolve.
- •The match is set at Lincoln Financial Field.
- •Heavy rain is affecting conditions near the stadium.
- •Spectators are advised to seek shelter due to the thunderstorm.
- •Gates will open later than originally planned.
- •No official confirmation on the delay has been provided yet.
- 6:39 PMYahoo Sports — France-Iraq could be delayed by a thunderstorm!
"The start of France-Iraq could be delayed due to a thunderstorm. Just a few hours before the match, France-Iraq could be delayed because of the rain falling around the stadium area.'Cadena SER' report...
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