Thunderstorms Threaten France and Iraq Match

The match between France and Iraq, scheduled for Monday evening in Philadelphia, USA, as part of the 2026 World Cup, faces the risk of postponement or interruption due to unstable weather conditions, according to "CBS News."

Weather forecasts indicate the possibility of strong thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rain over the city before the start of the event, which has raised concerns among the organizers in the hours leading up to the match.

The local authorities issued an official weather warning due to the anticipated deterioration of weather conditions, with the possibility of severe phenomena including strong winds and lightning, in addition to the risk of sudden flooding in some areas.

According to the laws in effect in the United States, any electrical activity near the stadiums results in the immediate suspension of the match for no less than 30 minutes, which may affect the course of the game and lead to it extending longer than expected.

This warning comes in light of similar precedents where major tournaments have seen a direct impact on several matches due to harsh weather conditions.