World Cup 2026: Mbappé stars as France breeze past Iraq despite weather chaos
Summary
France won 3-0 against Iraq in a World Cup 2026 match held in Philadelphia, securing their place in the knockout stage. Kylian Mbappé scored two goals, and Ousmane Dembélé added another, while the game was delayed for over two hours due to heavy thunderstorms.Key Facts
- France defeated Iraq 3-0 in Philadelphia during the 2026 World Cup group stage.
- Kylian Mbappé scored two goals, bringing his World Cup career total to 16 goals.
- Ousmane Dembélé scored the third goal for France.
- The match was delayed for 2 hours and 12 minutes because of severe thunderstorms.
- Spectators were evacuated or took shelter due to the storm and heavy rain.
- The game was played on a soaked field at Lincoln Financial Field with delays in action.
- Mbappé matched Germany’s Miroslav Klose in World Cup goals scored during this match.
- The win guaranteed France's advancement to the knockout rounds of the tournament.
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