France Vs Iraq World Cup Match Suspended At Half-Time Due To Lightning Risk

The FIFA World Cup Group I match between France and Iraq was suspended at half-time on Monday after severe weather and the threat of lightning prompted emergency safety measures at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
France were leading 1-0 at the break thanks to an early strike from Kylian Mbappé, who opened the scoring in the 14th minute, before deteriorating weather conditions brought proceedings to a halt.
Heavy rain swept across the stadium shortly before half-time, while lightning activity in the surrounding area triggered established safety protocols. Spectators were instructed to leave exposed seating areas and seek shelter as officials assessed the situation.
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