Fire outside Etihad Stadium causes disruption before Manchester City game | Manchester City

Fire outside Etihad Stadium causes disruption before Manchester City game | Manchester City

Before Manchester City’s Champions League game against Club Brugge, there was a bit of drama outside the Etihad Stadium. A merchandise kiosk caught fire, causing the area to be evacuated. The fire broke out just before 6pm, near where the City team was supposed to enter the stadium. Fans were gathered for a pre-match show that included interviews with new signings.

The fire disrupted the event, which had already begun with players on stage. Stewards quickly moved fans away as fire services arrived to tackle the blaze. The rest of the show had to be canceled as a precaution. Thankfully, no serious injuries were reported.

The stadium was eventually opened for fans to enter, although some entrance gates remained closed. The team had to use a different entrance to access the stadium due to the fire. Despite the chaos, the game was still scheduled to kick off at 8pm GMT as planned.

A statement from the club confirmed the incident and assured fans that all safety measures were being taken. The fire was quickly extinguished by emergency services. The club had to cancel some planned events, but the match would go ahead as scheduled.

According to Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service, firefighters were able to contain the fire in the merchandise stand in the stadium’s car park. They worked swiftly to ensure the area was safe for everyone involved. Thankfully, no serious damage was done, and the game could proceed as planned.