2026 World Cup Match Halted: France-Iraq Game First Weather Delay After Lightning Strikes Philadelphia Area
The postponement sets a tournament precedent for how organizers will handle severe weather during World Cup play and affects scheduling for both teams competing in the event's inaugural North American edition.
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