France v Iraq: second half delayed by storm at World Cup 2026 – live - The Guardian

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The New York TimesFirst Alert: Severe storms may impact FIFA World Cup match in South Philly NBC10 PhiladelphiaPhilly has been called the ‘Paris of America.' Here's what French fans in town for the World Cup think.

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France v Iraq: second half delayed by storm at World Cup 2026 – live - The Guardian.

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Summary: France vs. Iraq's World Cup 2026 match was delayed due to severe thunderstorms at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia. Why It Matters: This delay is the first instance of a World Cup game being postponed by weather in its history and highlights the challenges faced by football matches during extreme weather conditions.