France vs. Iraq becomes first World Cup match delayed by weather: What are the rules? — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/france-vs-iraq-becomes-first-world-cup-match-delayed-by-weather-what-are-the-rulesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. France Defeats Iraq After First World Cup Weather Delayhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/france-vs-iraq-becomes-first-world-cup-match-delayed-by-weather-what-are-the-ruleshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/france-vs-iraq-becomes-first-world-cup-match-delayed-by-weather-what-are-the-rules#u14025Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:51:47 +0000Severe thunderstorms and lightning in Philadelphia caused the first weather-related suspension in World Cup history during the France vs. Iraq match. Play halted at halftime for over two hours before restarting at 8 p.m. ET. France won the match with goals from Kylian Mbappe and Dembele.What's confirmed:The France vs. Iraq match was the first in World Cup history delayed by weather.Lightning and thunderstorms in Philadelphia led to a suspension at halftime.The game was paused for more than two hours and restarted at 8 p.m. ET.Kylian Mbappe scored twice during the match.France won the match.