
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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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.

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.

Eleven officials from the United States and Canada will officiate at the World Cup, including the first all‑female trio to work a final, marking a watershed moment for soccer refereeing.