France-Iraq World Cup game suspended due to severe weather alert (opens original article in a new tab)

A World Cup match between France and Iraq was suspended at half-time due to a severe weather alert, with fans evacuated as a thunderstorm approached. The game was delayed for at least 30 minutes.

• France-Iraq World Cup match suspended at half-time due to severe weather alert
• Fans evacuated from open seating areas as thunderstorm approached
• Match delayed at least 30 minutes including half-time break