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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Andy Hampson

BIZARRE: Man city s clash with club brugge kicks off on time after fire outside stadium - What They Never Told You

A merchandise stand caught fire ahead of Manchester City’s clash with Club Brugge (Martin Rickett/PA) - (PA Wire)

Manchester City’s Champions League clash with Club Brugge kicked off on time on Wednesday after a fire outside the Etihad Stadium was quickly extinguished.

Hundreds of fans were moved as an area close to the ground’s main reception was evacuated when flames engulfed a merchandise stall around two hours before kick-off.

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