The anticipated storm surrounding the MetLife Stadium postponed Thursday’s Group A match between Egypt’s Al Ahly and Brazil’s Palmeiras after an hour.
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For the second time this tournament, bad weather has postponed a match. While Palmeiras were ahead 2-0, referee Anthony Taylor quickly signalled for a full evacuation of the pitch.
The stadium’s public address system repeatedly warned supporters to evacuate the concourse and seek shelter indoors in anticipation of “severe weather,” but few left their seats.
The Group F match between South Korean team Ulsan and South African team Mamelodi Sundowns was postponed by 65 minutes because lightning was a real possibility in Orlando on Tuesday.