France vs Iraq match delayed by severe weather in World Cup 2026: The 2026 World Cup match between France and Iraq was historically halted for two hours due to severe weather, a first for the tournament, drawing wide
Archived Pulse in Saudi Arabia
Country pulse digest
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Archived Pulse in Saudi Arabia
South Asian interest centers heavily on 2026 FIFA World Cup matches with notable events like France vs Iraq's historical weather delay and Messi's scoring record.
Active topics
24
Search volume
309.5K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
24
Sports63% (15)
Life13% (3)
World8% (2)
Culture4% (1)
Entertainment4% (1)
Weather4% (1)
Health4% (1)
Why people are curious
Searchers in South Asia are primarily following ongoing major international sports events, especially the 2026 FIFA World Cup, indicating a strong desire to keep up with live scores, team lineups, and historic moments like Messi's scoring record. This sports focus drives the largest search volumes and reflects supportive fan engagement. At the same time, users seek explanations and insights regarding serious regional concerns, such as infrastructure damage from attacks and illicit smuggling activities, illustrating an intent to understand and stay informed about challenges facing their region.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
International football matches draw strong regional fan engagement: Recent football matches including Jordan vs Algeria and Argentina vs Austria have sparked intense regional interest with fans following live updates
Messi becomes all-time top World Cup scorer: Lionel Messi made history as the top men's goal scorer in World Cup history, increasing attention on his performance and World Cup legends
Rising worries over building attacks and damage in Middle East: There is growing concern about infrastructure damage and casualties due to attacks on buildings in the Middle East, including Kuwait Airport strikes
Public seeks understanding of smuggling issues in Middle East: Interest in smuggling and trafficking in the Middle East has increased as people seek to understand illicit trade and government anti-smuggling cases
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Saudi Arabia
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
SportsSurging
bbc knockout stage
Lionel Messi became the all-time top men's goal scorer in World Cup history with his recent performance for Argentina.
20K+ searches · 100% growthSearch volume up 9900%
lionel messimessiargentina
02
SportsSurging
france vs iraq
The 2026 World Cup match between France and Iraq was notably delayed by severe weather for two hours, marking the first weather pause in the tournament's history.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthRank improved 1 places
france national football team vs iraq national football team standingsiraq vs france
03
SportsDeclining
الأردن ضد الجزائر
The football match between Jordan and Algeria gained attention as part of a lineup of international games occurring on June 16-17, drawing regional fan interest.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume down 75%
ترتيبات منتخب الأردن لكرة القدم – منتخب الجزائر لكرة القدمالجزائر والاردن
04
SportsDeclining
الأرجنتين ضد النمسا
Viewers are interested in the Argentina versus Austria match, historic World Cup top scorers, and recent football retirements.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume down 75%
هدافين كاس العالممنتخب الارجنتين
05
SportsDeclining
ترتيبات منتخب فرنسا لكرة القدم – منتخب العراق لكرة القدم
People are searching intensively for information about the upcoming football match between France and Iraq in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume down 75%
مباراة العراق وفرنسافرنسا العراق
06
SportsSurging
jordan vs algeria
Searches are sharply increasing about the World Cup 2026 football match between Jordan and Algeria, focusing on live updates and match outcomes.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 9900%
jordan national football team vs algeria national football team standingsalgeria vs jordan
07
SportsDeclining
النرويج ضد السنغال
There is a rising interest in the Senegal vs. Norway football match with focus on team reactions and tournament progression news.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume down 75%
السنغال والنرويجمنتخب السنغالالسنغال منتخب
08
SportsPeaking
norway vs senegal
Norway defeated Senegal to advance in the World Cup, prominently featuring Erling Haaland's impressive performance.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 100%
erling haalandhaalandfootball match
09
CultureDeclining
عبدالله القرني
There is increased interest in the artist Abdullah Alqarni, reflecting a broader discussion on contemporary Middle Eastern and African art and culture.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume down 75%
الفنان عبدالله القرنيفنانعبدالله القرني الفنان
10
SportsSurging
scotland vs new zealand
People are searching for updates on recent matches between Scotland and New Zealand, including cricket and rugby games.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 150%
scotland women's national cricket team vs new zealand women's national cricket team match scorecard
11
WorldDeclining
مبنى
There is increasing concern following serious damage and injuries from recent attacks on buildings in the Middle East, including Kuwait International Airport.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume down 75%
12
WorldDeclining
تهريب
Users are seeking explanations and insights into smuggling activities and efforts to combat illegal trafficking in the Middle East.
2K+ searches · 700% growthSearch volume down 75%
Sports / Following | 12 hours agoSurging
bbc knockout stage
Why it matters
SurgingSearch attention is rising quickly across recent snapshots, backed by 20K+ recent searches and 100% growth. People are searching to follow a developing event.
Search volume up 9900%Confidence: medium
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Lionel Messi becomes top scorer in World Cup history with 2 more goals for Argentina - AP News
All the numbers as Lionel Messi overtakes Miroslav Klose to become World Cup’s top scorer - The Athletic - The New York …
Leo Messi Becomes FIFA World Cup™’s All-Time Leading Men’s Goalscorer - Inter Miami CF
Magnificent Messi makes history, breaks all-time World Cup scoring record - NPR
Lionel Messi breaks men's World Cup all-time goal record vs. Austria - NBC 6 South Florida
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.