Fifa statementpublished at 00:04 BST
HT: France 1-0 Iraq (delayed)
Ian Dennis
BBC Radio 5 Live senior football reporter at Philadelphia Stadium
I’ve just been handed a Fifa statement:
“Due to the adverse weather conditions and the risk of lightning in the vicinity of the stadium, the Fifa World Cup match between France and Iraq has been suspended.
“A 30 minute break has been announced, however the situation is still being observed to determine if further delays are anticipated.
“Fifa will follow the safety protocols established by the local authorities and the match will resume as soon as it is safe to do so.
“The safety and security of all individuals is Fifa’s priority. We thank all fans for their understanding and co-operation.”
