The strong weather conditions forced the game between Bayern Munich vs. Union Berlin was interrupted due to a snowstorm that blocked access to the Allianz Arena, the venue for the Bundesliga match. The snowfall also led to disruption of public transport in the city.
Avalanches also occurred in the Allianz Arena, endangering the safety of the audience in and around the stands. The club showed this on its social media photos.
Avalanches occurred around FC Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena. Photo: X/Bayern Munich
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Statement from FC Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich said in a statement that the snowstorm forced the suspension of the game against Unión Berlin. The club expects it to continue snowing for the rest of the day.
“FC Bayern’s Bundesliga game against Union Berlin, which was originally scheduled for today at 3:30 p.m. in the Allianz Arena, has been canceled. The reason is the heavy snowfall last afternoon and evening, which is not expected to end until Saturday night. (. ..) Although it would have been possible to put the Allianz Arena pitch in conditions that would have allowed the game to be played in the afternoon, the security risks and the traffic situation made the closure unavoidable. “Possible avalanches on the roof of the.” “The Allianz Arena poses an incalculable risk for spectators. In addition, access to the stadium is almost impossible,” explained the German club.
How is Bayern Munich doing in the Bundesliga?
In the current Bundesliga, Bayern Munich is in second place in the competition with 32 points. Bayern are second, two points behind leaders Leverkusen, who have 34 points. The reigning champions are Thomas Tuchel’s team.