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What France & Iraq did during 'mentally draining' two-hour weather delay

What France & Iraq did during 'mentally draining' two-hour weather delay

Summary

A soccer match between France and Iraq was paused for over two hours due to heavy rain and thunderstorms, making it difficult for players and fans. After the delay, France won 3-0, with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice on his 100th game for France.

Key Facts

  • The match took place at Philadelphia Stadium and started at 5:00 PM local time.
  • The game was delayed for more than two hours because of heavy rain and lightning.
  • France was leading 1-0 at halftime when the delay began.
  • The delay ended around 8:00 PM, and the game finished nearly four hours after it started.
  • France scored two more goals after the break, winning 3-0.
  • Kylian Mbappe scored two goals, marking his 100th game for France.
  • Players stayed focused during the long wait, with some playing cards to pass the time.
  • The delay was the first weather stoppage in this World Cup, and safety rules followed local U.S. weather authorities.
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