This dramatic thunderstorm was why Man City’s Champions League game was called off

The game could be rearranged for as early as tomorrow.

This dramatic thunderstorm was why Man City’s Champions League game was called off

Manchester City's Champions League Group C opener against Borussia Monchengladbach has been postponed following a torrential thunderstorm.

Heavy rain saturated the pitch at the Etihad Stadium in the two hours before the scheduled 7.45pm kick-off.

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