
The Reason for the Delay in the Start of the Match between Real Madrid and PSG
There was a severe traffic congestion around the 'MetLife' stadium prior to the start of the match between Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-finals of the FIFA Club World Cup.
According to several press reports, it was decided to delay the kickoff by 10 minutes, as it was scheduled to start at 10:00 Saudi time, and the match would now start at 10:10.
The large crowds and traffic congestion disrupted access to the stadium, even though the stadium was completely full.
It is worth mentioning that the FIFA Club World Cup held in the United States faced many challenges, including the postponement of several matches due to bad weather conditions, in addition to many matches being held in extremely hot weather.
According to several press reports, it was decided to delay the kickoff by 10 minutes, as it was scheduled to start at 10:00 Saudi time, and the match would now start at 10:10.
The large crowds and traffic congestion disrupted access to the stadium, even though the stadium was completely full.
It is worth mentioning that the FIFA Club World Cup held in the United States faced many challenges, including the postponement of several matches due to bad weather conditions, in addition to many matches being held in extremely hot weather.