Urgent! Resumption of the France vs Iraq match once again in doubt due to pitch conditions
Raphael Durand
Dailysports's expert
The resumption of the France vs Iraq match at the 2026 World Cup is once again in doubt due to the state of the pitch following a severe thunderstorm.
Details: According to reports from the scene, there are still puddles on the pitch, and the ball is bouncing very poorly. This could pose further problems for restarting the match, which had already been suspended earlier due to weather conditions.
The match was halted at halftime due to thunderstorm activity in the vicinity of the stadium. It was later reported that the game was set to resume, but the condition of the pitch remains a crucial factor in the final decision.
Before the interruption, the French national team was leading 1-0. The only goal of the match was scored by Kylian Mbappé, who is making his 100th appearance for the national side.
Now, the organizers must assess whether the pitch is safe enough for play to resume. If the puddles persist, the delay could be extended even further.
Reminder: Earlier, the France vs Iraq match was suspended due to a severe thunderstorm in the stadium area.
