Weather Halts Club World Cup Clash Between Al Ahly and Palmeiras
A severe weather threat halted the Club World Cup match featuring Al Ahly and Palmeiras for 50 minutes at the MetLife Stadium on Thursday. Despite no visible danger, fans were advised to take shelter. The game resumed once conditions were deemed safe, amidst forecasts of severe weather in the U.S.
The Club World Cup match between Egypt's Al Ahly and Brazil's Palmeiras faced a 50-minute halt at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium due to severe weather concerns. Referee Anthony Taylor ordered teams off the pitch after Palmeiras secured a 2-0 lead, adhering to advice from a pitchside official.
Despite no immediate weather threat visible from the stadium, fans were advised to vacate their seats and seek shelter in the stadium's concourse. Announcements emphasized the danger, but spectators were initially slow to react, requiring police intervention.
After 30 minutes, assurances of safety were made, allowing fans to return to their seats. The match resumed following a brief warm-up. Forecasts indicated potential severe storms, highlighting the increasing need for caution during sporting events in the U.S.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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