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Chris Nee

France vs Iraq resumes after two-hour weather delay at the World Cup

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 22: The big screen shows a weather warning during half time during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between France and Iraq at Philadelphia Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images).

The World Cup 2026 match between France and Iraq in Group I has resumed after a weather break of around two hours and 15 minutes.

France vs Iraq was delayed at half time, with the second half not beginning as planned. The second period would typically have started around 11:00pm UK time (6:00pm local) but storms in the area forced the stoppage.

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