The France - Iraq match to be held within the framework of the WC-2026 group stage may be cancelled due to unfavorable weather conditions. According to Sport24.az, the match is scheduled to take place on Wednesday evening at the "Lincoln Financial Field" stadium in Philadelphia, USA.
Heavy rain, lightning and a storm are expected in Philadelphia on match day. Severe weather safety rules apply in the US, including a 30-minute break if lightning strikes within 13 km of the stadium.