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France-Iraq Match Delays Due to Intense Philadelphia Storms
23 Jun
Summary
- Heavy rain and wind caused a lengthy weather delay for the France-Iraq match.
- The game resumed at 8 p.m. Eastern after nearly a two-hour interruption.
- The storms also created uncertainty for another World Cup match in New Jersey.
Torrential rain and high winds on Monday led to a significant weather delay during the World Cup match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia. The downpour intensified towards the end of the first half, making conditions difficult for players and fans alike. With France holding a 1-0 lead at halftime, stadium officials urged spectators to find shelter, and FIFA officially announced a delay.
The game was eventually able to restart at 8 p.m. Eastern time, following an interruption of nearly two hours. As players returned to the field for the second half, heavy rain continued, and grounds crews worked to clear standing water. However, by the time the second half commenced, the severe weather had largely subsided.
These storms also cast uncertainty over another World Cup fixture. The match between Norway and Senegal, scheduled for 8 p.m. Eastern in East Rutherford, New Jersey, did kick off on time. Attendees at MetLife Stadium were prepared for the wet conditions, arriving in rain gear.
