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World Cup sees first weather delay, with France-Iraq game in Philadelphia paused for 2 hours
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Collin Binkley, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the delay and its impact on the match are available from KSAT 12, the local ABC affiliate.
A World Cup match was delayed due to weather conditions. The game between France and Iraq in Philadelphia was paused at halftime. Heavy rain and thunderstorms prompted the delay, which lasted just over two hours.
This delay is notable as it is the first weather delay of the tournament. It is also the first time in several decades that a World Cup match has been delayed midgame due to inclement weather. Further details about the delay and its impact on the match are available from KSAT 12, the local ABC affiliate.
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Category: local Published: June 22, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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