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.

A fire has broken out outside the Etihad stadium this evening. Footage and pictures taken online show the blaze close to a concession stand with huge crowds of fans watching on. Fire engines can be seen in attendance along with emergency crews. The blaze has broken out just hours before the UEFA Champions League match against Club Brugge.

A fire outside the Etihad Stadium threatened to derail Manchester City’s preparations ahead of their final Champions League clash. The Citizens are preparing to face Club Brugge on Wednesday