Merchandise Stand Catches Fire Outside Manchester City’s Stadium Before Match
A merchandise stand caught fire outside Manchester City’s stadium before the match, causing evacuations and delays for fans.
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Manchester: A merchandise stand caught fire outside the Etihad Stadium. This happened just before a Champions League match. Fans were nearby for a pre-match show when the fire broke out.
Flames and smoke were visible from the kiosk near the players’ entrance. The fire started shortly before 6 PM, close to when the team was set to arrive. Fire crews responded quickly and controlled the blaze.
Fans were evacuated as the fire spread. The pre-match entertainment was interrupted, and stewards moved people away from the area. The stadium announced it would open at 6:22 PM, but some gates remained closed.
The match kicked off on time at 8 PM. Manchester City faced Club Brugge in a crucial game. City needed a win to advance in the Champions League.
A club statement confirmed the fire was in a merchandise kiosk. Emergency services were on-site, and the fire was extinguished. The safety of fans was the top priority, leading to the cancellation of some events.
Despite the incident, the match proceeded as planned. The club thanked fans for their cooperation and looked forward to welcoming everyone to the game.