World Cup fans fret over more storms and unusual group stage finales

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World Cup fans are concerned about more storms and unusual group stage scenarios, including delays caused by thunderstorms and new FIFA rules potentially allowing teams to advance with predetermined draws. This has led to online discussions about the fairness and excitement of the tournament's final group stages.

The thunderstorm that led to a two-hour delay in France's World Cup win over Iraq on Monday is not the only thing worrying football fans. There is angst online that new FIFA rules mean some sides playing each other know that a draw in the group finales will put them both through to the knock-outs.