France vs Iraq suspended: Why the FIFA World Cup game at Philadelphia was halted and when it will restart

France vs. Iraq suspended: Severe thunderstorms delay World Cup. Is match canceled?

France-Iraq World Cup match halted by thunderstorms after Mbappe's 1-0 goal; resumption depends on weather clearing at Philadelphia stadium. FIFA lacks official extreme-weather policy; standard 30-minute delays per lightning strike within 8-10 miles complicate tournament scheduling and operations.