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Mbappe chases Messi record as France overcome two-hour storm delay

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The Independent UK

Forty people drown in France; Met Office warns UK temperatures could reach 39C – as it happened

France records hottest ever day as much of Europe endures extreme heat; ‘London is cooking,’ says UN secretary general

The Guardian - AU

Why was the second half of France's game with Iraq delayed? And what did the players do to pass the time?

France vs Iraq saw the effects of extreme weather protocols at the 2026 World Cup

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Mbappe double sends France into knockout rounds after lengthy weather delay

Kylian Mbappe netted a brace, his second double of the tournament, as France secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Iraq, advancing to the last 32. Ousmane Dembele added a third goal in a match significantly delayed by thunderstorms. Mbappe's goals bring him level with a World Cup scoring record, while…

The Economic Times

Aussie Influencer Goes Viral After She Was ‘Rejected’ From A Pool In France Over ‘Hygiene Reasons’

An Aussie influencer has gone viral after she and her family were "rejected" from a local pool in France after a swimwear mishap.

Pedestrian.tv

Haaland scores twice as Norway outwit Senegal to reach last 32 at World Cup

Erling Haaland scored twice on Monday night as Norway advanced to the knockout stages at the World Cup following a pulsating 3-2 victory over Senegal in New Jersey.

Radio France Internationale

Erling Haaland leads iconic Norway celebration after double downs Senegal to secure World Cup progress

The Man City striker’s double helped Norway ease past Senegal 3-2 in New York, while setting up a showdown with France to decide the Group I winners

The Independent UK

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Haaland's second World Cup double lifts Norway past Senegal

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J: Erling Haaland scored twice for the second successive World ‌Cup match as Norway beat Senegal 3-2 on Monday to move level with France on six points at ⁠the top of Group I.

Bangkok Post

FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday's matches?

Egypt made history with their maiden World Cup win, a 3-1 triumph over New Zealand, while Argentina and France solidified their knockout stage berths with dominant performances. Norway secured a thrilling 3-2 victory against Senegal, boosting their progression hopes. Meanwhile, Belgium and Iran played out a goalless draw, and Uruguay…

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026: Haaland strikes twice as Norway secure knockout progression

Norway survived a Senegal onslaught to claim a crucial 3-2 victory in Group I, with Erling Haaland scoring twice to secure their qualification to advance to the knockout stage. The Africans fought back from 2-0 down with a goal from Ismaila Sarr before mounting a desperate late assault, but Norway…

France 24

FIFA World Cup standings: Six teams advance into Round of 32; check who could qualify next

The FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage is heating up, with Germany, USA, and Mexico already securing knockout berths. Many other nations are on the cusp of qualification, while some face an uphill battle. Exciting contests are unfolding across various groups, promising a thrilling race for the remaining spots in…

The Economic Times

Kylian Mbappe makes a statement as France overcome two-hour storm delay to beat Iraq at World Cup

France 3-0 Iraq: The France talisman stole the show in Philadelphia as he produced a statement performance to rival Lionel Messi’s World Cup exploits

The Independent UK

Mbappé's double on 100th appearance fires France into World Cup knockout stages

Kylian Mbappé marked his 100th cap for France on Monday night with two goals in their 3-0 win over Iraq in a game that took more than four hours to complete due to thunder storms over Philadelphia.

Radio France Internationale

Mbappe double sends France into knockout rounds after lengthy weather delay

PHILADALEPHIA: Kylian ⁠Mbappe scored twice as France secured their ‌place in the World Cup knockout rounds with a 3-0 victory over Iraq on ⁠Monday after a thunderstorm delay turned the Group I ‌clash into an almost four-hour affair.

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Sports Illustrated

France Player Ratings vs. Iraq: Not Even Thunderstorms Can Slow Mbappe Down

Kylian Mbappé is now just two goals shy of Lionel Messi in the race for the greatest goalscorer in World Cup history.

The Guardian - UK

Two-hour storm break fails to stop France as Mbappé and Dembélé prove too good for Iraq

Kylian Mbappé scored twice and Ousmane Dembélé added another as France cruised to a win over Iraq that was delayed for two hours at half-time

France 24

World Cup 2026: Mbappé stars as France breeze past Iraq despite weather chaos

France defeated Iraq 3-0 in Philadelphia to mathematically secure their passage to the knockout stages. Kylian Mbappé scored twice and Ousmane Dembélé added a third, but the match was overshadowed by severe thunderstorms that forced a two hour and 12-minute delay, the evacuation of spectators and a complete washout of…

Evening Standard

France 3-0 Iraq: Kylian Mbappe shines as Les Bleus cruise to victory despite two-hour weather delay

Real Madrid gunman keeps pace with Lionel Messi in race to top World Cup scoring charts

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The Times of India

"Terrible economy, horrible quality of living": Clavicular's harsh criticism of France and its people sparks heated reactions after Paris livestream

Kick streamer Clavicular sparked controversy after criticizing France following a 10-hour livestream in Paris, calling French people "impolite" and describing the country's economy and quality of life in harsh terms. He also defended a viral clip of himself approaching two women in Paris, saying he was respectful and simply practicing…

FourFourTwo

France vs Iraq resumes after two-hour weather delay at the World Cup

Group I match at Lincoln Financial Field was delayed because of weather safety protocols in the United States

FourFourTwo

Has a World Cup game ever been abandoned before?

The 2026 World Cup is likely to see multiple games affected by extreme weather warnings across North America

Sports Illustrated

Why France vs. Iraq Was Suspended At Halftime—World Cup

The World Cup group stage match between France and Iraq was suspended at halftime for over an hour.

AAP

SPO:Wild weather halts play in Philadelphia World Cup clash

The Group I clash between France and Iraq has been delayed due to the weather, the first such stoppage ‌at the 2026 World Cup.

AAP

Wild weather halts play in Philadelphia World Cup clash

The Group I clash between France and Iraq has been delayed due to the weather, the first such stoppage ‌at the 2026 World Cup.

France 24

World Cup 2026: France-Iraq match suspended as stadium is evacuated due to thunderstorms

Heavy rain and an approaching thunderstorm delayed the second half of France's World Cup match against Iraq on Monday, forcing thousands of fans to seek shelter in the first weather-related disruption of the tournament. The stoppage came as severe weather also threatened another fixture in nearby New Jersey.

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