A World Cup match was recently delayed due to weather conditions. The game between France and Iraq was paused for over two hours at halftime. Heavy rain and thunderstorms in Philadelphia prompted the delay.

This delay is notable as it is the first of its kind in the tournament. It is also the first time a World Cup match has been delayed midgame in several decades due to weather. Further details about the delay and its impact on the game are available from ValleyCentral, the local source for this information.