The Iraq national football team is preparing to face France in the second round of the FIFA World Cup 2026, at Lincoln Financial Field. However, the bad weather conditions surrounding the city are threatening to postpone or stop the match. The report indicates that the high temperatures, heavy rainfall, and possibility of thunderstorms may directly affect the course of the match. It is expected that the temperature will reach around 33 degrees Celsius, with a high probability of thunderstorms occurring during the match. These conditions have already affected the preparations of the French team, which was forced to stop its training on Friday. The safety protocols state that any match will be stopped immediately if lightning is detected within 8 miles of the stadium, with play suspended for at least 30 minutes. These concerns come in light of similar past experiences, where some matches in major tournaments have been stopped for long periods due to storms. However, no stoppage has been recorded so far in the ongoing World Cup matches, with the weather being closely monitored by the organizing committee in anticipation of any sudden developments. This threat poses a significant challenge to the Iraq national football team, which is preparing to achieve a big win against France. The Iraqi team is relying on its experienced players, such as Ali Habib, to achieve victory. A win against France would be a major victory for the Iraq national football team and would enhance its chances of qualifying for the next round of the tournament.