World Cup sees first weather delay as fans cleared from seats at France-Iraq match in Philadelphia

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June 22, 2026

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World Cup sees first weather delay as fans cleared from seats at France-Iraq match in Philadelphia

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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Heavy rain and an incoming thunderstorm prompted a delay at halftime of Monday’s World Cup match between France and Iraq, sending thousands of fans seeking shelter.

It was the first rain delay of the tournament.

There was also heavy rain ahead of Monday night’s scheduled match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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