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Thunderstorms Suspend France–Iraq Clash at Lincoln Financial Field

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Thunderstorms Suspend France–Iraq Clash at Lincoln Financial Field
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France–Iraq at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia was interrupted by a lengthy weather delay after halftime due to thunderstorms and lightning, with nearly two hours of stoppage and a hoped-for restart around 8:00 p.m. ET; organizers warned outdoor matches later in the tournament face similar weather-related risks.

Topics:sports#france#iraq#lincoln-financial-field#soccer#sports#weather-delay
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  3. France vs. Iraq becomes first World Cup match delayed by weather: What are the rules? - The Athletic  The New York Times
  4. First Alert: Severe storms may impact FIFA World Cup match in South Philly  NBC10 Philadelphia
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