How long is a weather delay at the World Cup? (opens original article in a new tab)

A thunderstorm caused a half-hour delay in the Iraq-France World Cup match as lightning was detected within 13km of the stadium, following Fifa's weather protocols.

• A thunderstorm forced a half-hour delay in the Iraq-France World Cup match due to lightning within 13km of the stadium.
• Fifa rules require matches to be delayed for 30 minutes if lightning is detected within 13km, with subsequent strikes resetting the timer.
• The delay occurred during the 35th minute of the Group I fixture, with France leading 1-0 at half-time.