The FIFA World Cup match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia was significantly affected by severe weather, including heavy rain and lightning, leading to a two-hour delay. Despite the challenging conditions, star player Kylian Mbappé scored twice, helping France secure a commanding 3-0 victory over Iraq and advance to the knockout stage. Fans from both nations gathered in large numbers, though weather alerts had previously warned against travel to the event. The match experienced historic delays, marking it as the first World Cup encounter to be halted by weather in this tournament. Overall, the atmosphere remained upbeat among fans, with Iraq supporters expressing pride despite the loss.