Stadium gates for France v Iraq game in Philadelphia now open (opens original article in a new tab)

World Cup organizers opened stadium gates in Philadelphia after a 40-minute delay due to bad weather, with fans advised to seek shelter and match delays possible under U.S. lightning safety rules.

• Stadium gates opened after 40-minute delay due to threatening weather
• Fans advised to stay away and seek shelter during inclement weather
• U.S. lightning safety regulations caused potential match delays