France vs. Iraq becomes first 2026 World Cup game delayed due to weather with heavy rain, lightning in area
The first half of the match ended with heavy rain falling in Philadelphia, and the decision to delay the game was announced at halftime with lightning entering the area ...
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World Cup sees first weather delay, with France-Iraq game in Philadelphia paused for 2 hours
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Heavy rain and thunderstorms prompted a rare World Cup weather delay on Monday, when the halftime break during a match between France and Iraq lasted 2 hours, 10 minutes. It was ...
2026 World Cup | What should France expect from Iraq?
A year ago, when Graham Arnold was appointed, no one believed he could take Iraq to the World Cup. Morale was at an all-time low after losing 2-1 to Palestine, relinquishing a lead late on. The Lions ...
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Storm causes first weather delay of World Cup 2026
PHILADELPHIA — Heavy rain and thunderstorms caused the first weather delay of the 2026 World Cup, forcing France's match against Iraq to be suspended for more than two hours during halftime before Les ...
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Iraq should be proud of World Cup display despite early exit, says coach Arnold
TORONTO, June 26 (Reuters) - Iraq coach Graham Arnold said the country should be proud of how its team ‌played at the World Cup following their elimination from the tournament after a 5-0 loss to ...