France vs Iraq becomes first weather-delayed match after severe thunderstorms and lightning halt play
France’s World Cup clash against Iraq became the tournament’s first weather-related suspension after severe thunderstorms and lightning halted play at half-time in Philadelphia. Kylian Mbappe’s early goal had put France ahead, but safety concerns took precedence as FIFA activated emergency protocols. The disruption underscores the logistical challenges of hosting a summer World Cup across North America’s unpredictable weather conditions.
