France Crushes Iraq 3-0 in Rain‑Soaked World Cup Clash
A thunderstorm delay tested both teams, but France emerged victorious with a 3‑0 result, featuring Mbappe's record‑tying goals and a glimpse of Messi's all‑time scoring milestone.
Jun 23, 2026
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France Secures 3-0 Victory Over Iraq in Rain‑Hit World Cup Clash
A thunderstorm that halted play for nearly two hours gave way to a dramatic finish as France edged Iraq 3‑0, with Mbappe moving to within one goal of Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race.
Jun 23, 2026